Description
Vibrant Pasta Salad with Tangy Italian Dressing is a refreshing and colorful dish that embodies the spirit of summer. Bursting with fresh vegetables and a zesty homemade dressing, this pasta salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also serves as a stunning centerpiece at any gathering. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or picnics, it offers versatility to adapt to your favorite ingredients while delivering a delightful crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion; also chop the fresh basil.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and basil. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg