Description
Experience the vibrant taste of Harvest Pasta Salad, a refreshing dish brimming with colorful vegetables, al dente pasta, and zesty dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or cozy dinners, this salad transforms any gathering into a celebration. With its endless variations, you can easily customize it to suit your preferences, making it a delightful addition to your meal repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, prepare the vegetables: chop cherry tomatoes, dice cucumbers, and bell peppers; slice red onion thinly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with all chopped vegetables and crumbled feta cheese. Drizzle dressing over the top and gently toss to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg