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    Home » Food Fun Friday » Weight Watchers Pasta Salad

    Weight Watchers Pasta Salad

    Published: Jun 27, 2018 · Modified: Feb 11, 2022 by Vicky

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    If you have been on a weight loss plan for any length of time then you know that it is easy to fall into a rut with meals. When that happens, I like to change things up a bit with a new recipe. This Weight Watchers Pasta Salad is great for when you are looking for a filling lunch or dinner. You can also bring this to a cookout or potluck. At 7 Freestyle points per serving, this salad provides bold Italian flavor, while helping you remain on track. If you are looking for more Weight Watchers recipes check out these Thai Chicken Wraps.

    This Weight Watchers Pasta Salad will become one of your favorite Weight Watchers recipes. Easy to make and contains all of your favorite Italian flavors. 7 points per serving.


    Weight Watchers Pasta Salad

    For this salad, I prefer penne pasta since it does a nice job holding the flavor of the dressing. Bow tie pasta would also work well in this weight watchers pasta salad.
    After you cook the pasta according to package directions, you'll want to rinse it under cold water and set it aside.
    Now it is time to prepare the vegetables and other ingredients.
    ingredients for weight watchers pasta salad
    In a large bowl, add pasta, red and green peppers, tomatoes, mozzarella, red onion, olives, and pepperoni.
    italian salad ingredients
    Toss to combine the ingredients, and then add the fat free Italian dressing.  Toss to coat. Refrigerate this Weight Watchers Pasta Salad for 1 hour before serving.
    weight watchers italian pasta salad
    This Italian salad looks even better when garnished with fresh basil.
    Weight Watchers Pasta Salad
    Just because you are following the Weight Watchers plan, doesn't mean you have deprive yourself. You can have 1 cup of this hearty salad for 7 points and still enjoy the flavors you love. For more pasta salad ideas, check out the Best Ever Balsamic Pasta Salad Recipe.

          This Weight Watchers Pasta Salad will become one of your favorite Weight Watchers recipes. Easy to make and contains all of your favorite Italian flavors. 7 points per serving.

    Weight Watcher Pizza Pasta Salad

    Weight Watchers Pasta Salad is one of our favorite Weight Watchers recipes. Easy to make & has all your favorite Italian flavors. 7 points per serving.
    5 from 11 votes
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: weight watchers
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 7 one cup servings
    Calories: 307kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Equipment

    • Large bowl

    Ingredients

    • 8 oz Penne pasta
    • ½ cup green pepper diced
    • ½ cup red pepper diced
    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
    • ½ cup red onion
    • 8 medium black olives
    • 2 oz mini pepperoni
    • 1 cup chopped part skim mozzarella
    • 3 tablespoon fresh basil
    • ¾ cup Italian fat free dressing

    Instructions

    • Cook pasta according to package directions.
    • Rinse under cold water.
    • Set to the side to chill.
    • Prepare your vegetables.
    • In a large bowl add pasta, red & green pepper, tomatoes, cheese, red onion, olives, and pepperoni.
    • Toss to combine.
    • Add the dressing.
    • Toss to coat.
    • Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.
    • Garnish with fresh basil.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 520mg | Potassium: 223mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 638IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 1mg
    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.
    pasta salad with olives and cheese on a plate

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    Comments

    1. Tina Dawson

      July 09, 2018 at 9:50 am

      5 stars
      A pasta salad! That's what I want this week!

    2. Catherine Brown

      July 09, 2018 at 10:53 am

      5 stars
      Mmmm, this looks like a GREAT pasta salad... all the flavorful things! Lovin that fresh basil there too!

    3. Allison - Celebrating Sweets

      July 09, 2018 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      Yum! I'd love to try this with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. So many tasty ingredients.

    4. Susie

      July 09, 2018 at 11:44 am

      5 stars
      I do not follow weight watchers but this pasta salad looks amazing for anyone. I am pinning this recipe for our next cookout!

    5. SHANIKA

      July 09, 2018 at 11:48 am

      5 stars
      This pasta salad looks so good! It's the perfect summer dish! Yum!

    6. Marie McLaughlin

      July 22, 2018 at 6:10 am

      I love these recipes and look forward to more please keep me informed of new ww recipes please and thanks for all your work

    7. Shelly Sarfate

      August 30, 2018 at 10:27 am

      Is there any way you could post nutritional info for those of us not following the freestyle plan? Many thanks!!

    8. Holly

      August 04, 2019 at 3:19 pm

      Do you know how many calories, carbs, sodium in this recipe per cup?

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      May 14, 2022 at 5:16 am

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