Red White and Blue Pasta (Print Version)
Festive pasta salad with vibrant colors and fresh flavors, perfect for any gathering.
# Ingredients:
01 -
16-ounce box rotini pasta
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Red liquid food coloring
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Blue liquid food coloring
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Cherry tomatoes
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Mozzarella cheese cubes
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Pepperoni
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Black olives
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Italian dressing
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Fresh parsley for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain using a colander.
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In two Ziploc bags, add red food coloring with water in one bag and blue food coloring in another.
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Divide the drained pasta into three equal portions. Place one-third in each bag (one red, one blue), seal, and gently knead until evenly colored.
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Toss the remaining third of the pasta with olive oil to prevent color absorption.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine all colored pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, black olives, and Italian dressing. Mix until well combined.
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Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.