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spring pasta salad recipe: 5 Irresistible Ingredients for a Perfect Dish


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

This vibrant spring pasta salad is packed with fresh vegetables and a light dressing, making it the perfect side dish for any spring gathering.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 ounces of pasta (fusilli or penne recommended)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup fresh peas (or frozen, thawed)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, peas, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is well coated.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Feel free to add any of your favorite spring vegetables, such as asparagus or artichoke hearts.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator for easy meal prep.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 300
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 10

Keywords: spring pasta salad recipe, pasta salad, vegetarian pasta salad, fresh spring salad, easy pasta salad