Description
Pasta salad is the ultimate summer dish, bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. Perfect for picnics or family gatherings, this recipe combines al dente penne pasta with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese, all drizzled with a zesty balsamic dressing. It’s not just a salad; it’s a celebration of taste that brings people together. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, this dish will become a favorite in your cooking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and add the penne. Cook according to package directions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooled pasta with chopped veggies and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and mix until well-coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Enjoy chilled at gatherings or as a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg