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Bowl of Incredible Ultimate Summer Pasta Salad with colorful vegetables

Incredible Ultimate Summer Pasta Salad

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A vibrant and delicious summer pasta salad that combines fresh vegetables and hearty pasta, perfect for barbecues, picnics, and family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 8 ounces pasta (e.g., rotini or fusilli) Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Feel free to substitute with another cheese.
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, bell pepper, corn, red onion, and fresh parsley.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well blended.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss everything to combine thoroughly.
  5. Gently fold in the feta cheese to keep the chunks intact.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6g

Notes

Enjoy this pasta salad as a standalone dish, or pair it with grilled meats for a complete meal. It makes an excellent side for barbecues or a light lunch option. For freshness, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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