Summer Salads

Okie Italian pasta salad

By MIO Coalition June 2025

Ingredients

1 (12-ounce) package Della Terra Fusilli pasta
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion, diced
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons Scissortail Farms basil, chopped
1 small can sliced blackolives, drained
4 slices Bar-S bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup mini pepperonis
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1 (8-ounce) Lovera’s caciocavera cheese, cut into small cubes
¾ cup Italian salad dressing

Directions

Cook pasta to al dente, according to package directions. Drain and rinse. Place pasta in a large serving bowl. Add cucumber, onion, tomatoes, basil, olives, bacon, pepperoni and cheeses. Toss to combine. Add dressing, gently mixing. If making ahead of time, you may want to add a little more dressing closer to serving time to boost the flavor.

Note: This salad is best made a few hours ahead of time. But it can also be served right away at room temperature.

Category: Summer Salads