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Pasta Salad Recipe

Delicious Pasta Salad Recipe: Fresh Veggies & Feta Goodness

This Pasta Salad Recipe features fresh veggies and feta, making it a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 8 ounces Rotini pasta or any medium pasta shape
  • 1 medium English cucumber or other crunchy vegetables like zucchini
  • 1 cup Grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes or diced bell peppers
  • 1 medium Bell pepper any color, sweet mini peppers are a great substitute
  • 1 medium Red onion or green onions or sweet onions for a gentler flavor
For the Dressing and Flavor
  • 1 cup Italian dressing homemade dressing can elevate your pasta salad
  • 1/2 cup Sliced black olives optional
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley or basil for a delightful change
For the Creamy Element
  • 1 cup Feta cheese or mozzarella, can omit for dairy-free option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pasta Salad Recipe
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Chop the English cucumber, grape tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Combine the cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables. Add Italian dressing and sliced black olives if using, then sprinkle fresh parsley. Toss gently to mix.
  4. Carefully fold in crumbled feta cheese, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust as needed.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 490mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the pasta is cooked al dente, rinse immediately after draining, and generously dress the salad. Chill to enhance flavor.

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