Description
Pasta salad is a vibrant and versatile dish perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to family gatherings. This refreshing salad combines colorful vegetables with a zesty dressing, creating a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (assorted colors), chopped
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with all chopped veggies.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the mixture. Add crumbled feta cheese, salt, and pepper; gently toss together.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg