Classic Italian Pasta Salad

Pasta salad is a popular dish in Italy, especially during the summer months when fresh ingredients are abundant.

This is vegan, gluten free, high protein and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 25 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 10.

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Classic Italian Pasta Salad

Cooking Method: Boiling Cuisine: Italian Courses: Italian Cuisine, Lunch, Salad Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Total Time 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Pasta
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Cucumber
• 1 cup Black olives
• ¹⁄₂ cup Red onion
• ¹⁄₄ cup Fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, red onion, and fresh basil leaves.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat evenly.
5. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.