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Spring Pasta Salad: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe with 7 Ingredients


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

– 8 ounces of pasta (fusilli, penne, or rotini)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumber, diced
– ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
– ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ¼ cup Italian vinaigrette dressing


Instructions

Follow these simple steps to create your Spring Pasta Salad:

1. Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
4. Add Feta Cheese: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese to the mixture, ensuring even distribution without breaking the cheese too much.
5. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the Italian vinaigrette dressing over the salad. Toss everything together until well coated.
6. Chill (Optional): If time allows, cover the salad and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. However, it can also be served immediately.
7. Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter and enjoy!

These straightforward steps will guide you in preparing an incredible Spring Pasta Salad that is sure to impress everyone at your table.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 12g
  • Protein: 10g