Description
A light and nutritious Tuscan pasta salad made with fresh vegetables, olives, and a flavorful vinaigrette dressing.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the whole wheat pasta with gluten-free pasta.
- If you prefer a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg