Tena's Chilled Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 pound of pasta (I used rotini)
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
• 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the cooled pasta and mix to combine.
4. Add the red onion, bell peppers, and parsley and mix to combine.
5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
• This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• You can add any vegetables you have on hand to the salad, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and corn.