Description
Vegan Pasta Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s ideal for gatherings and meal prep. Combining whole wheat and tri-color rotini pasta with an array of fresh vegetables, this salad bursts with flavor, thanks to a homemade Italian dressing. Perfect as a side or main dish, it’s easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you’re hosting a potluck or enjoying a picnic, this refreshing salad is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Rotini Whole Wheat Pasta
- 1 lb Rotini Tri-Color Pasta
- 5 Roasted Red Peppers
- 2 Green Bell Peppers (chopped)
- ½ cup Red Onions (chopped)
- 1 cup Grape Tomatoes (chopped)
- 6 oz Canned Black Olives (drained and sliced)
- 2 cups Italian Dressing
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain using a colander and rinse with cool water.
- In a mason jar, mix oil, vinegar, water, basil, oregano, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Shake well.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta with onions, olives, green peppers, roasted peppers, and tomatoes. Pour dressing over the top and toss gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg