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Delicious and healthy pasta salad with fresh vegetables and dressings

Healthy Pasta Salad

A nutritious and tasty pasta salad featuring fresh vegetables and whole food ingredients, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups whole wheat pasta Cooked al dente for best texture
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Fresh and ripe for best flavor
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced Use English or seedless cucumber for less bitterness
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped Any color will work
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped Red onions provide a milder flavor
  • 1/4 cup olives, sliced Black or green olives can be used
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled Optional ingredient
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Extra virgin recommended for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) For garnish and added flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta cheese (if using).
  3. Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the vegetables.
Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  2. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
Final Touch
  1. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  2. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4g

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors will improve as it sits, so it's even better the next day. You can serve this salad cold or at room temperature.

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