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Italian Pasta Salad: Discover a Flavorful Twist!

A refreshing and flavorful Italian Pasta Salad featuring fusilli pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220

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

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling the fusilli pasta in salted water until it reaches a firm yet tender texture.
  2. Once cooked, drain the pasta and run it under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together the cooled pasta, grape tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, artichoke hearts, kalamata olives, crumbled feta, green onion, and parsley.
  4. Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the mixture and gently fold everything together until well coated.
  5. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to your preference.
  6. 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

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.

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