Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
summer vegetable pasta salad

Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad: 7 Reasons to Love It


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fresh and colorful summer vegetable pasta salad.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  6. Add the fresh basil and mix gently.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use any seasonal vegetables you like.
  • Can be served cold or at room temperature.
  • Great for picnics and barbecues.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: summer vegetable pasta salad