Description
Elevate your gatherings with this Fresh & Flavorful Vegetarian Pasta Salad. Bursting with vibrant colors and zesty flavors, this dish is an easy, crowd-pleasing favorite. Tossed with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, it’s perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners. Enjoy a delightful mix of textures and tastes that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg