Marinated Mediterranean Salad

By peridot728

Ingredients

• 2 large tomatoes, cut into wedges
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 3/4 cup Italian salad dressing, divided
• 1/2 cup slivered fresh basil leaves or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
• 1/2 cup sliced pitted ripe olives
• 1 pkg (12 oz.) Ronzoni Garden Delight® Rotini, Radiatore or Penne, uncooked
• 1/2 lb. cubed mozzarella cheese
• Tip: For a healthier option, use part skim mozzarella and fat free dressing

Details

Adapted from ronzonigardendelight.newworldpasta.com

Preparation

Step 1

In large bowl, stir together tomatoes, onion, 1/2 cup salad dressing, basil and olives. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water to cool quickly; drain well. In large bowl, toss marinated vegetables, cooled pasta, remaining salad dressing and mozzarella cheese. Cover; refrigerate before serving.

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Serves: 4-6