Description
Pasta Salad Cups are a delightful and eye-catching way to serve a fresh dish at any event, from graduation parties to BBQs and potlucks. These individual servings are not only convenient but also packed with vibrant flavors that will impress your guests. The combination of al dente rotini pasta, crunchy vegetables, and zesty Italian dressing creates a refreshing bite that is perfect for warm weather gatherings. Plus, they can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy hosts who want to offer something unique and enjoyable. Customize these cups with your favorite ingredients or dressings for a personal touch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil rotini pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, and parsley into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and parsley.
- Pour Italian dressing over the mixture; toss gently until coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; adjust dressing if needed.
- Portion salad into clear plastic cups for serving.
- Chill cups in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg