Description
Tuscan Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of Italian summer cooking. Combining al dente pasta with juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and tangy feta cheese, this easy-to-make salad is drizzled with a rich olive oil and balsamic dressing. Perfect for potlucks or quick weeknight meals, its colorful presentation and bold flavors will transport you to the sun-kissed terraces of Tuscany. Enjoy this versatile dish chilled or at room temperature for maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh basil into bite-sized pieces.
- Whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with veggies, olives, and feta. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
- Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg