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pasta salad

Pasta salad: 5 Fresh Ways to Elevate Your Summer Gatherings


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fresh and colorful pasta salad perfect for gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss to combine.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
  • Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: pasta salad, Mediterranean salad, cold salad