Vegetarian Italian Pasta Salad
This Vegetarian Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish, perfect for capturing the essence of summer. Bursting with fresh vegetables, al dente pasta, and a zesty dressing, it’s easy to prepare and ideal for picnics, potlucks, or family dinners. This colorful salad not only tantalizes the taste buds but also adds a splash of color to any table setting. Enjoy this delightful recipe that will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup black or green olives, pitted and halved
- ½ cup Italian dressing (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with all prepared vegetables and olives.
- Pour Italian dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or main course.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg