Best Pasta Salad

Believe me when I say this is the best pasta salad ever and if you don't, just try this recipe! Super light for barbecue's, picnics, family reunions or just for a summer dinner. You really can't mess it up.

A couple of tips for this salad:

• Cut up your vegetables small, you want a full combination of ingredients in each bite.

• Play with your colors, adding red, green and orange/yellow vegetables.

• If you can't find this dressing, substitute with Italian dressing. You can even add in some fresh grated parmesan and basil.

This is the secret weapon! Loaded with flavor and seasoning!

Ingredients:

• 16 oz rotini (or your favorite pasta, bow tie works well too)

• 1/2 green bell pepper, diced small

• 1/2 red bell pepper, diced small

• 1 roma tomatoes, diced

• 1/2 cup sliced black olives

• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, diced into cubes

• 1 cup cheddar cheese, diced into cubes

• 1/3 cup red onion, diced small

• 8 oz genoa salami, chopped

• 8 oz pepperoni, chopped

• 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning

• 1 jar (11.5 oz) Marie's Roasted Tomato, Parmesan & Basil Vinaigrette

Directions:

1. Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Rinse under cold water.

2. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss.

3. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.

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