Healthy Pasta Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Healthy Pasta Salad, a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and lean proteins. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or potlucks, this colorful dish can be customized to suit your tastes, making it an excellent choice for any gathering. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a salad that is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients—ideal for those busy days when you need something quick yet satisfying. The combination of crunchy veggies and tender pasta creates textures that will impress everyone at your table. Prepare it a day ahead for enhanced flavor infusion and enjoy the compliments that follow!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces rotini noodles
- 3/4 cup chopped English cucumber
- 3/4 cup shredded carrot
- 1 yellow bell pepper (chopped)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 5 ounces sliced olives
- 14 ounces cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 3 ounces turkey pepperoni (quartered)
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella (cubed)
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- Light Caesar dressing
- Light Greek dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook rotini noodles in boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cucumber, carrot, bell pepper, red onion, olives, cherry tomatoes, turkey pepperoni, mozzarella, and fresh basil.
- Drizzle with the dressings and season with salt and pepper. Toss well to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for improved flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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