Pasta Salad Cups

This refreshing recipe is perfect for a hot summer day at the campground!

Ingredients

• 12 oz rotini or bowtie pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cheddar cheese cubes or shredded cheese
• 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/2 cup pepperoni slices, chopped (optional)
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1 bottle (or about 1 cup) Italian dressing
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 12 small plastic cups or paper cups

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool it down.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, cheese, olives, pepperoni, and red onion.
3. Pour Italian dressing over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
4. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes so flavors blend together.
6. Spoon pasta salad into individual cups for easy grab-and-go servings.

Optional Add-Ins

• Diced salami or ham
• Mozzarella pearls
• Bell peppers
• Broccoli florets
• Parmesan cheese
• Ranch seasoning for extra flavor

Why It’s Great for Camping

• Easy to prep ahead of time
• No reheating required
• Less mess with individual servings
• Great side dish for burgers, hot dogs, or sandwiches

Pro Tip: Keep the cups in a cooler until ready to serve for a refreshing snack on warm camping days.

Try this recipe the next time you stay at Knoxville Campground!