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Ultimate Easy Summer Pasta Salad

Ultimate Easy Summer Pasta Salad in Just 30 Minutes


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  • Author: Tessa
  • Total Time: 25 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and simple pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat.
  5. Add feta cheese and basil, then gently mix.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg