Description
Flavorful Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines al dente pasta with crisp vegetables, all enveloped in a tangy dressing. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for summer gatherings or simple weeknight meals, offering a delightful blend of taste and nostalgia. With its colorful presentation and satisfying flavors, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (assorted colors), diced
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- While the pasta cools, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables. Drizzle the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg