Layered Pasta Salad Bowl

 

Layered Pasta Salad Bowl 😋

Ingredients:

8 ounces pasta (such as rotini or penne), cooked, rinsed, and cooled

1 cup ranch dressing or Italian dressing

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cup cucumber, diced

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced

1 cup cooked bacon pieces or diced ham (optional)

1 cup frozen peas, thawed

2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped (optional)

Salt & pepper to taste

Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large glass bowl or trifle dish, start layering the ingredients:

First, add the cooled pasta.

Next, spread the dressing evenly over the pasta.

Add layers of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, peas, red onion, cheddar cheese, bacon/ham, and chopped eggs.

2. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and parsley.

3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors blend.

4. Serve chilled and enjoy!