Description
A refreshing and flavorful Italian Pasta Salad featuring fusilli pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fusilli pasta
- 1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup artichoke hearts, quartered
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinaigrette
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by boiling the fusilli pasta in salted water until it reaches a firm yet tender texture.
- Once cooked, drain the pasta and run it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooled pasta, grape tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, crumbled feta, green onion, and parsley.
- Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the mixture and gently fold everything together until well coated.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving. It can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a heartier dish, add grilled shrimp or diced tofu.
- Experiment with different cheeses, such as goat cheese or Parmesan, for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing and Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg