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Healthy Pasta Salad

Healthy Pasta Salad

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This Healthy Pasta Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Packed with colorful vegetables and protein, it’s not just a side dish but a delightful meal that can be enjoyed at picnics, barbecues, or as part of your meal prep routine. The combination of fresh ingredients and zesty dressings makes this salad a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. With its quick preparation time and versatility, you can easily customize it to suit your preferences, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces rotini noodles
  • 3/4 cup chopped English cucumber
  • 3/4 cup shredded carrot
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 5 ounces sliced olives
  • 14 ounces cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 34 ounces turkey pepperoni (quartered)
  • 6 ounces fresh mozzarella (cubed)
  • 2 ounces fresh basil (thinly sliced)
  • 1/3 cup light Caesar dressing
  • 1/3 cup light Greek dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini noodles in a large pot of boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with chopped cucumber, shredded carrot, yellow bell pepper, diced red onion, sliced olives, halved cherry tomatoes, quartered turkey pepperoni, cubed mozzarella, and sliced basil.
  3. Add both dressings along with salt and pepper. Toss everything until well combined.
  4. Transfer to a serving dish or keep in the mixing bowl. Chill before serving for enhanced flavor.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg