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summer salad pasta: Perfect 20-Minute Recipe for Warm Weather


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 20
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and colorful summer salad pasta that combines fresh vegetables, herbs, and a light dressing for a perfect warm-weather dish.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces pasta (penne, fusilli, or your choice)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup corn (fresh or canned)
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, corn, red onion, feta cheese, and basil.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve cold and enjoy your refreshing summer salad pasta!
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4
  • Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 10

Keywords: summer salad pasta, pasta salad, cold pasta salad, summer recipes, vegetarian pasta salad