Description
Farm Stand Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer with its colorful vegetables and zesty dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this salad offers a delightful crunch and harmonious flavors, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Customize it with your favorite seasonal ingredients for an unforgettable taste experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), chopped
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
- ½ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, and fresh basil.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture and drizzle with dressing. Toss gently until combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature; enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking method specified
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding olives for brininess or grilled chicken for extra protein. For added freshness, mix in arugula or spinach just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.