Spicy Summer Pasta Salad
A zesty cold pasta salad with a spicy kick—think jalapeños, pepper flakes, or hot dressing. Perfect for summer BBQs.
Ingredients
- 3 cups rotelle pasta 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 green bell peppers, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 5 large tomatoes, chopped 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Description
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, chili powder and parsley. Add the peppers and tomatoes and stir to coat. Add the pasta and mozzarella and toss until evenly coated. Chill until ready to serve.
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