QUICK & EASY VEGAN PASTA SALAD The Simple Veganista Bloglovin’ from www.bloglovin.com
Introduction
Pasta salad is a quick and easy dish that can be served as a side or a main course. It is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch on a hot summer day. This recipe is a simple and delicious version that can be made with just a few ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of pasta (any shape) - 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved - 1 cup of cucumber, chopped - 1/2 cup of red onion, chopped - 1/2 cup of black olives, halved - 1/2 cup of feta cheese, crumbled - 1/4 cup of olive oil - 1/4 cup of red wine vinegar - 1 teaspoon of garlic powder - Salt and pepper to taste
Pasta
Choose your favorite pasta shape for this salad. You can use penne, fusilli, or any other short pasta. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process.
Vegetables
Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. You can add other vegetables if you like, such as bell peppers, carrots, or celery. Add the vegetables to a large bowl with the cooked and cooled pasta.
Olives and Feta Cheese
Halve the black olives and crumble the feta cheese. Add them to the bowl with the pasta and vegetables.
Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is well combined.
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente. 2. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process. 3. Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. 4. Halve the black olives and crumble the feta cheese. 5. Add the vegetables, olives, and feta cheese to a large bowl with the cooked and cooled pasta. 6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. 7. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is well combined. 8. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
This recipe makes approximately 8 servings. The nutritional information per serving is as follows: - Calories: 350 - Total fat: 17g - Saturated fat: 4g - Cholesterol: 15mg - Sodium: 430mg - Total carbohydrates: 39g - Dietary fiber: 3g - Sugars: 3g - Protein: 10g
Conclusion
This simple pasta salad recipe is a great way to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins. It is perfect for a summer picnic or a quick lunch on the go. Try this recipe today and enjoy the fresh and flavorful taste of pasta salad!
