Fourth of July Pasta Salad
Description
This Fourth of July Pasta Salad is a colorful and refreshing side dish perfect for summer gatherings. Packed with fresh veggies, zesty Italian dressing, and topped with feta cheese, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that will add a vibrant touch to any BBQ or picnic. Ideal for celebrating the holiday or any warm-weather occasion!
Ingredients
- 2 cups colorful pasta, bowtie, rotini, or similar
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse it with cold water to cool quickly.
- While the pasta is cooking, dice the cucumbers, bell pepper, and red onion. Slice the cherry tomatoes and olives, and chop the fresh basil.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the prepared veggies and fresh basil.
- Gently mix in the crumbled feta cheese, then pour the Italian dressing over the salad. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Add salt and pepper to taste, and toss again for a final mix.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and enhance the freshness. Enjoy your vibrant, refreshing Fourth of July Pasta Salad at your next summer gathering!
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Mixing Bowl
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 113kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 249mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 436IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg