Description
Easy Italian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to family gatherings. This delightful salad combines colorful spiral rotini pasta with crunchy vegetables and a zesty dressing, making it a quick and easy option for busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and customizable. Whether enjoyed as a light main dish or paired alongside grilled meats, this pasta salad is sure to impress your guests. Make it ahead of time for an even more flavorful experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz tricolor rotini pasta
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2.25 oz sliced black olives (drained)
- 1/2 – 1 cup Italian salad dressing
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle with Italian dressing, starting with 1/2 cup, and gently mix until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours before serving for maximum flavor infusion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg