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Fresh Strawberry Fields Pasta Salad for a Taste of Summer

This Strawberry Fields Pasta Salad is a delightful blend of juicy strawberries, tender pasta, and a zesty dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta of your choice e.g., fusilli or penne
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive oil provides a rich, smooth base
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar adds a tart sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Honey enhances natural sweetness
  • to taste Salt and pepper for balancing flavors
For the Salad
  • 1 cup Fresh strawberries sliced
  • 4 cups Baby spinach or arugula
  • 1/2 cup Feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Chopped nuts e.g., walnuts or pecans

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • salad bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  3. Slice the strawberries and set them aside to release juice.
  4. Combine baby spinach in a large salad bowl as the base.
  5. Mix cooled pasta, sliced strawberries, feta cheese, and chopped nuts in the bowl with spinach.
  6. Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes to enhance flavor.
  7. Give the salad a final toss before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Keep dressing separate if preparing ahead.

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