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Spring Pasta Salad

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Celebrate the season with this vibrant spring pasta salad that combines tender pasta with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes. The balance of flavors and colors makes every bite a delightful experience, ensuring it will be the highlight of your meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, or orange), diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
  5. Crumble feta cheese over the salad and give it one last gentle toss.
  6. Chill before serving or enjoy immediately!
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg