Description
Quick Pasta Salads are the ultimate solution for busy lunches, combining vibrant vegetables with perfectly cooked pasta tossed in a zesty dressing. This delightful dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, making it a favorite among kids and adults alike. Perfect for school lunches, picnics, or potlucks, these salads come together quickly and are sure to please even the pickiest eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rotini pasta (uncooked)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
- ½ cup olives (sliced, pitted)
- ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp vinegar (balsamic or red wine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and cool under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and olives into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped veggies and feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Add fresh herbs on top and give it another gentle toss before serving.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg