Classic Pasta Salad – Pasta Salad with Italian Dressing

mozzarella balls

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: cubed cheddar

Feta adds a tangy flavor while cheddar is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives offer a different taste, while canned olives are often less expensive.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free, while a blend can cut costs.

Cook spiral pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain pasta and rinse under cold water to cool.

In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, grape tomatoes, broccoli florets, thinly sliced red onion, and black olives.

Add minced garlic and Italian salad dressing to the bowl and toss gently to combine.

Sprinkle grated Romano or Parmesan cheese on top before serving.

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