Italian Confetti Pasta Salad

This recipe is so easy to make, and always such a hit! It is great for backyard barbecues. For best results, chill overnight.

Ingredients

• 1 cup mayonnaise


• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar


• 1 teaspoon salt


• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper


• 1 clove garlic, minced


• 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil


• 2 cups colored rotini pasta


• 1 cup chopped tomatoes


• 1/2 cup chopped yellow bell pepper


• 1/2 cup sliced black olives

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse in cold water, and drain.


2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, black pepper, and garlic until well blended. Mix in basil. Add pasta, tomatoes, bell peppers, and olives; fold gently until mixed. Chill several hours. Stir gently before serving.

Italian Confetti Pasta Salad