The Ultimate Pasta Salad

Pasta salad is believed to have originated in the United States and gained popularity as a picnic and potluck dish in the 20th century.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 12.

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The Ultimate Pasta Salad

Cooking Method: Boiling, Mixing Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean Courses: Lunch, Pasta, Salad Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Pasta
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Cucumber
• ¹⁄₂ cup Red onion
• ¹⁄₂ cup Black olives
• ¹⁄₂ cup Feta cheese
• ¹⁄₄ cup Fresh basil
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 clove Garlic
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes (halved), cucumber (diced), red onion (thinly sliced), black olives (halved), feta cheese (crumbled), and fresh basil (chopped).
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the cooked pasta to the large bowl and pour the dressing over it. Toss to combine.
5. Cover the bowl and let the salad rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.