our kids will love this easy Olive Garden Pasta Salad, and have them coming back for seconds and thirds, LOL! It may have been the yummy sauce, but whatever it takes for kids to LOVE meals then Iām all for it!
What ingredients are in Olive Garden Pasta Salad? (scroll down for the full printable recipe card)
- rotini noodles ā or any kind of pasta will work
- pepperonis ā any kind of cooked meat will work, for example: rotisserie chicken, canned chicken or lunch meat ham, turkey or chicken, cubed ham.
- bacon bits
- shredded or cubed cheese ā any kind of cheese will work
- sliced black olives
- tomatoes
- Olive Garden Italian Dressing
What additional ingredients go in an Olive Garden Pasta Salad?
- cubed ham
- shredded chicken or turkey
- rotisserie chicken
- cucumbers
- diced avocado
- red onion
- bell pepper
- broccoli
- sunflower seeds
How do I make Olive Garden Pasta Salad? (scroll down for the full printable recipe card)
- Cook pasta noodles per box directions and set aside to cool
- Chop up pepperonis, and tomatoes
- Pour cooled, drain pasta into a large bowl
- Add pepperonis, tomatoes, bacon bits, sliced black olives and shredded cheese
- Pour dressing over ingredients and stir until combined
- Refrigerate and serve chilled
- Eat & enjoy!
ow to store leftover Olive Garden Pasta Salad?
Place your leftover salad into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
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