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quick and easy pasta salad recipe

Quick and Easy Pasta Salad Recipe: 5 Flavorful Tips

  • Author: CakesLouna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and easy pasta salad recipe perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss to combine.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance.
  • Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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