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Rotini Pasta Salad

Refreshing Rotini Pasta Salad with Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette

Enjoy this vibrant Rotini Pasta Salad, a delightful vegetarian option bursting with freshness, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 142
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Base
  • 4 cups Veggie Rotini Pasta You can use any spiral pasta as a delightful substitute.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled Goat cheese can be an exciting alternative.
Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Olive oil alternatives like avocado oil work too.
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice is ideal but bottled can be a backup.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be used instead.
  • 1 tablespoon Water May omit for a thicker dressing.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Garlic powder is a quick substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Using freshly cracked pepper can elevate flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Oregano, minced Adjust based on what's available.
Vegetables
  • 3 large Tomatoes, seeded and chopped Any variety of tomatoes will work.
  • 1 medium Sweet Red Pepper, chopped Yellow or green peppers are substitutes.
  • 1 small Cucumber, seeded and chopped Zucchini is a nice alternative.
  • 1 small Zucchini, chopped You can leave this out if preferred.
  • 1 small Red Onion, halved and thinly sliced Scallions can serve as a milder option.
  • 1/3 cup Greek Olives, sliced Optional; omit for a non-olive salad.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • whisk
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, water, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano in a small bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, sweet red pepper, cucumber, zucchini, and olives.
  4. Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad, add feta cheese, and toss gently to combine.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the flavors to meld by chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. You can prep ingredients a day ahead for convenience.

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