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Easy Italian Pasta Salad

Easy Italian Pasta Salad

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Experience a burst of fresh flavors with this Easy Italian Pasta Salad, a delightful and colorful dish that comes together in just minutes. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or casual family dinners, this salad features vibrant vegetables and a tangy dressing that is sure to impress your guests. With its versatility, you can enjoy it as a side dish or a light main course. The combination of tricolor rotini pasta, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and creamy feta creates a refreshing taste that everyone will love. Prepare it ahead of time for gatherings or meal prep to enjoy throughout the week.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz tricolor rotini pasta
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2.25 oz sliced black olives (drained)
  • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
  • 1/21 cup Italian salad dressing

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions with salted water. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with chopped cucumber, halved tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced olives, and diced red onion.
  3. Pour in the Italian dressing starting with 1/2 cup and mix until well combined.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch/Sides
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg