Description
A refreshing pasta salad loaded with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, perfect for gatherings and quick meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons vinegar (e.g., red wine or balsamic)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
- Combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, black olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use a variety of colorful vegetables for a visually appealing dish. Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg