Pasta Salad Perfection: Easy, Fresh, and Flavor-Packed!
An easy and delicious pasta salad recipe that is fresh and full of flavor, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins to the salad.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: Pasta Salad, Fresh, Easy, Recipes