Description
A vibrant and creamy pasta salad with the bold flavors of a dirty martini, featuring olives, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces fusilli or rotini pasta
- 1 cup green olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup creamy dressing (such as ranch or mayo)
- 2 tablespoons olive brine
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or dill)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Fill a large pot with salted water and bring it to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until it reaches al dente. Drain and let cool.
- Combine the ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cooled pasta, sliced olives, creamy dressing, olive brine, and fresh herbs.
- Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
This salad can be made a day in advance for even more developed flavors. Adjust the ingredients to personal preference for a custom twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg