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Pasta Salad

Easy Pasta Salad with Feta and Fresh Veggies Bliss

This Pasta Salad combines vibrant veggies, creamy feta, and zesty dressing for a refreshing side dish perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Can substitute with fusilli.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Can substitute with zucchini.
  • 1 pint Grape Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 small Bell Pepper Any color can be chosen.
  • 0.25 cup Red Onion Can swap with green onions.
  • 1 cup Italian Dressing Homemade dressing is a great option.
  • 0.67 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, can use goat cheese for variation.
  • 0.25 cup Sliced Black Olives Kalamata olives add a bolder flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped; can substitute with basil or cilantro.
  • Salt Added to taste.
  • Black Pepper Added to taste.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Large spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add rotini pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop cucumber, grapes tomatoes, bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Add the cooled pasta to the vegetables in the bowl. Pour in the Italian dressing, followed by feta, olives, and parsley.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and gently toss to combine everything evenly.
  5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes if possible to meld flavors; otherwise serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh vegetables for best quality. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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