Patriotic Pasta Salad
Patriotic Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the spirit of summer gatherings. With its colorful blend of tri-color rotini, fresh vegetables, and a zesty Italian dressing, this salad not only delights the taste buds but also brightens up any table. Ideal for Fourth of July celebrations or casual barbecues, it’s simple to prepare and can be made ahead of time for maximum flavor. Serve it as a side dish or light main course, and watch your guests come back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz tri-color rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
Instructions
- Cook the tri-color rotini pasta in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with chopped veggies.
- Add crumbled feta cheese on top and drizzle with Italian dressing. Stir gently until everything is well mixed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to let flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg