Description
Mediterranean Pasta Salad (Sam’s Club Copycat Recipe) is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings together the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean. Perfect for summer picnics, meal prep, or as a side for weeknight dinners, this colorful salad features nutrient-rich ingredients like kale and sun-dried tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty basil-balsamic dressing. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature; either way, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked Campanelle, rotini, or farfalle pasta
- 2 cups kale, stems removed and roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons basil paste or pesto
- 2–3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the kale by removing tough stems and tearing leaves into bite-sized pieces. Massage with olive oil for tenderness.
- For the dressing, mix olive oil, basil paste or pesto, vinegar, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with kale, then add crumbled feta cheese and grated Parmesan. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are coated.
- Let the salad rest for about 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg