Color Pasta Salad
Looking to add a pop of color and flavor to your next meal? Look no further than this delightful Color Pasta Salad recipe. Packed with fresh vegetables, vibrant colors, and a zesty dressing, this salad is as tasty as it is eye-catching. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a summer gathering, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Let's dive in and get cooking!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside to cool.
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In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, yellow bell pepper, orange bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, black olives, basil, and parsley.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
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Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the large bowl and toss to combine.
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Add the cooked and cooled rotini pasta to the vegetable mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated with the dressing.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
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Garnish with additional fresh herbs, if desired, and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 serving- Calories
- 320 kcal
- Total Fat
- 15 g
- Saturated Fat
- 2 g
- Cholesterol
- 0 mg
- Sodium
- 300 mg
- Total Carbohydrate
- 40 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 5 g
- Sugars
- 5 g
- Protein
- 8 g
Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing meal or a colorful side dish to accompany grilled meats, this Color Pasta Salad is a winner. It's a dish that celebrates the bountiful flavors of fresh produce and is guaranteed to brighten up any table. Enjoy!