Description
Pasta salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s bursting with flavor, making it perfect for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe combines al dente rotini pasta with colorful vegetables and a zesty dressing, creating a delightful side or main course that will impress family and friends. Ideal for potlucks, barbecues, or picnics, this pasta salad is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings joy to every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried Italian herbs, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg