Vegan Pasta Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of our Vegan Pasta Salad, a delightful dish perfect for warm weather gatherings or quick lunches. This colorful salad features al dente farfalle pasta tossed with an abundance of fresh vegetables, protein-rich white beans, and a zesty dressing that brings everything together. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a simple dinner at home, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also allows for endless customization with seasonal produce. Enjoy it as a satisfying main course or a refreshing side dish that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces farfalle pasta
- 1 can (15 ounces) white beans
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cucumber
- ½ cup olives
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes
- ½ cup corn
- 1 shallot
- Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons mustard
- 1½ tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook farfalle pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with white beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, chopped shallot, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, maple syrup, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://emmadishes.com/vegan-pasta-salad/