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Summer Pasta Salad

Refreshing Summer Pasta Salad: Vibrant Flavors for Sun-Drenched Days

A vibrant and nutritious Summer Pasta Salad packed with fresh ingredients and zesty flavors perfect for outdoor gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 8 ounces Pasta your favorite shape
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers diced, mix colors for festivity
  • 1 cup Cucumbers diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Zesty Italian Dressing homemade or sugar-free bottled
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin
  • to taste Italian Herbs oregano, basil
Optional Garnishes
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or feta
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes optional for spice

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pot
  • Colander
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and Italian herbs in a bowl for the dressing.
  2. Cook pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, around 8-10 minutes, then drain and cool.
  3. Combine cooled pasta, chickpeas, and diced vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Pour dressing over the salad ingredients and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Serve chilled, adding optional garnishes before serving.

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