Description
Pasta salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering, showcasing a vibrant mix of colorful vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty Italian dressing. This easy-to-make dish is not only visually appealing but also bursting with fresh flavors that everyone will love. In just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this delightful salad, making it perfect for busy days or last-minute potlucks. Serve it chilled to enhance its refreshing qualities, and feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients or proteins. Make it ahead of time for even better flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces rotini pasta
- 1 medium English cucumber, chopped
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 small bell pepper, chopped
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 1 cup Italian dressing
- â…” cup crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the rotini until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop the cucumber, halve the grape tomatoes, chop the bell pepper, and dice the red onion.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta and vegetables. Pour in the Italian dressing and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper; gently fold in feta cheese.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg