Description
This refreshing Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion, whether it’s a summer picnic or a cozy family dinner. Bursting with vibrant vegetables and flavors, this dish can be served chilled or at room temperature, making it incredibly versatile. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that not only satisfies your hunger but also pleases the palate of your guests. Customize it with your favorite ingredients or enjoy it as a light lunch on its own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 medium cucumber (chopped)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 small bell pepper (chopped)
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- ⅔ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add salt. Cook the rotini according to package instructions until al dente.
- 2. While the pasta cooks, chop the cucumber, halve the grape tomatoes, dice the bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion.
- 3. Drain the cooked pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water until cooled.
- 4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with prepared vegetables, Italian dressing, feta cheese, olives, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5. Toss well to combine and serve immediately or chill in the fridge for an hour before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg