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Pasta Salad Recipe Balsamic​

Pasta Salad Recipe Balsamic

A flavorful and refreshing Pasta Salad Recipe with Balsamic Vinaigrette, perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a healthy weeknight meal. This colorful dish features fresh veggies, al dente pasta, and a tangy homemade dressing—all ready in under 30 minutes. Servings: 4 people Estimated Cost: $5 ⏱️ Times: Prep Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 15 minutes Cook Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 10 minutes Resting Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 15 minutes Total Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 40 minutes 📂 Categories / Courses / Cuisines / Keywords Categories: Pasta Salad, Summer Recipes Courses: Salad, Side Dish Cuisines: American, Mediterranean Keywords: Pasta Salad Recipe Balsamic, healthy pasta salad, balsamic vinaigrette pasta salad
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Pasta Salad:
  • Amount Unit Name Notes
  • 8 oz Pasta Rotini or penne cooked al dente
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced
  • 1/2 cup Red onion Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Bell pepper Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Feta cheese Optional crumbled
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley Chopped
  • For the Balsamic Dressing:
  • Amount Unit Name Notes
  • 3 tbsp Olive oil Extra virgin
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Honey or maple syrup Optional for sweetness
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground

Equipment

  • Amount Name Notes
  • 1 Large pot For boiling pasta
  • 1 Strainer To drain the cooked pasta
  • 1 Mixing bowl For assembling the salad
  • 1 Whisk To mix the vinaigrette

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. Prepare the vegetables: While pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
  3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey (optional), salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine the salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, chopped vegetables, parsley, and feta cheese if using.
  5. Add dressing: Pour the balsamic vinaigrette over the pasta salad and toss to coat everything evenly.
  6. Chill and serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
  7. 🔍 Nutrition (Per Serving – Estimate):
  8. Calories: 310 kcal
  9. Protein: 7g
  10. Carbohydrates: 35g
  11. Fat: 15g
  12. Fiber: 3g
  13. Sugar: 5g

Notes

For best results, chill the salad for an hour before serving.
Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for a protein-packed main dish.