Rigatoni Salad

This Italian pasta salad is versatile enough to substitute some of your favorite fall vegetables for the ingredients listed. It's a favorite from the North Dakota Wheat Commission!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8

Equipment

  • Large salad bowl

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces rigatoni, cooked
  • 1 to 2 cups chopped greens, such as arugula or crisp lettuce
  • 1 bag (10 ounces) frozen snow peas or sugar snap peas, unthawed
  • ½ pound cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red or yellow bell pepper, cut into narrow strips (can use ½ of each color as well)
  • ½ red onion, cut into stripes
  • cup sliced black olives
  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
  • Grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

To make the salad

  • Combine all ingredients except Parmesan in a large salad bowl.
  • Toss gently to mix and coat all ingredients.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired.
  • Serve immediately or chilled.
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