12ouncestri-color spiral pasta (like Wacky Mac) or another short dry pasta
8ouncesmozzarella cheesecut into ½-inch cubes
1cupsliced pepperoni
1small green bell pepperchopped
3ouncespitted black olives(half of a 6 ounce can)
10ouncescherry tomatoeshalved
⅓cupshredded Parmesan cheese
¾cupItalian salad dressing (or any other flavor!)or as needed
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water until cooked pasta is completely cooled. Allow to drain well while preparing other ingredients.
Transfer cooled pasta to a serving dish. Add mozzarella, pepperoni, bell pepper, and olives and toss to combine. Add dressing to your liking and toss again to distribute throughout.
Cover and refrigerate for at least one to two hours or for up to 8 hours before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. For a picnic or take to work lunch, portion it into mason jars for Pizza Pasta Salad to go!