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Creamy Italian Pasta Salad - GF Dream! Discover the Best Gluten-Free Creamy Italian Pasta Salad! Easy to make, loaded with flavor, and perfect for any occasion.

Creamy Italian Pasta Salad - GF Dream!

This Gluten-Free Creamy Italian Pasta Salad is a revelation for anyone seeking a delicious and satisfying side dish without the gluten. It combines classic Italian flavors with a creamy dressing and a medley of fresh ingredients, making it a guaranteed hit at any gathering. Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or a simple weeknight meal, this pasta salad is incredibly easy to prepare and comes together in under 30 minutes. The key is perfectly cooked gluten-free pasta and a flavorful dressing that ties ev
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (12-ounce) box gluten-free Rotini or Penne pasta
  • 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
  • 1 cup black olives
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (diced)
  • 1 cup roasted red peppers (diced)
  • Fresh chopped basil (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 cup creamy Italian dressing

Method
 

  1. Bring water to a rolling boil. Add salt, olive oil and pasta to the water and cook to box directions for al dente.
  2. After draining the pasta, rinse pasta with cold water.
  3. Add pasta to a large bowl and stir in artichoke hearts, black olives, grape tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and roasted red peppers.
  4. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, and creamy Italian dressing.
  5. Add the dressing to the pasta mixture and stir until fully coated. Garnish with fresh chopped basil. Enjoy!

Notes

- Cook gluten-free pasta al dente and rinse with cold water to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Use a high-quality, creamy Italian dressing for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your preference.
- For added flavor, consider adding diced salami or pepperoni.