Vegan Pasta Salad with Homemade Italian Dressing

Vegan Pasta Salad is the perfect potluck side dish, filled with olives, peppers, red onion, roasted red peppers, grape tomatoes, and homemade Italian dressing.

REFRIGERATE any leftovers for 2-3 days. We recommend using all of it sooner than later if you're using raw garlic. You could also use a 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.

Both kids and adults will love it! It's colorful and flavorful. Kids tend to pick out meat and cheese. This recipe is naturally vegan and can also be made gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta. You could serve your favorite plant-based meat and cheese on the side for guests to add in if they'd like or even add in if you prefer. 

INGREDIENTS FOR VEGAN PASTA SALAD

Rotini Pasta - To get a healthy mix of whole grains in we use whole wheat pasta in addition to the traditional tri-color pasta. 
Roasted Red Peppers - We make our homemade roasted red peppers, they're fresh and flavorful! 
Green Bell Pepper - Peppers add a bit of crunch and color. You could also use other bell pepper colors.
Red Onions - These onions not only add a pop of purple, but they also give a strong sharp flavor that pairs well with salads.
Tomatoes - Grape tomatoes or Sprinkles Tomatoes are best. We halve grape tomatoes, sprinkles are smaller, but if choking is a risk for you we recommend slicing them as well.
Black Olives - These add a salty flavor and can be a bit strong in flavor from the brine. We always drain them and give them a rinse as well.
Italian Dressing - You could use your favorite store-bought dressing, but we highly recommend trying our homemade Italian dressing recipe if you have time!

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[kewpiedollx]

I just made this, added artichoke hearts and a bit of maple syrup for balance and it's incredible! Taking it to a family potluck. Thank you for the recipe.

[jalentfunhouse]

Best vegan pasta salad video I’ve seen!!!!

[elianayasharahla]

Thanks for the recipe it looks very good. That's a wonderful idea that you made your own dressing.

[kimb]

What a perfect dish for these hot summer days, fab idea, , thank you, going to make this tonight, the salad dressing sounds amazing, can't wait to try it. Just what I've been looking for, thank you.

[namotenashi]

Looks De-Lissssh!!!😋👌
Increase appetite with colorful vegetables!

[joeb]

Too bad it’s 3:15 am or I’d run to the store to buy some ingredients and make this. Thanks for the vid, I’ll be making this soon!

[vj]

Avocado would be nice in this dish. Thanks

[elaine_claire]

Oil
Water
Vinegar
Garlic
Salt
Pepper
Basil
Oregon
Parsley
Red pepper flakes

[sheenabonifacio]

Hi, would u recommend lemon juice instead of vinegar for the dressing just to keep the sour taste? Im not a fan of vinegar. Thanks.