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Spring Garden Pasta Salad

Spring Garden Pasta Salad: Fresh, Colorful, and Customizable

A vibrant Spring Garden Pasta Salad that's fresh, customizable, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Rotini or Farfalle Any short pasta shape works well.
For the Fresh Veggies
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Use ripe tomatoes for best flavor.
  • 1 medium Cucumber Choose firm cucumbers without blemishes.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mix of colors adds vibrancy.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Soak briefly in water to mellow flavor.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin olive oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed works best.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
Optional Additions
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese or Mozzarella Balls Select based on your taste preference.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Basil or Parsley) Use the freshest herbs available.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion, soaking the onion in cold water if preferred.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables and toss gently.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and mix in fresh herbs.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for an hour to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and keep the dressing separate until serving.

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