Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of spring with this refreshing pasta salad, featuring al dente pasta, crisp veggies, and a zesty honey mustard dressing that will elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp honey mustard
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While pasta cools, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, and herbs. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Customize your salad by adding proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Swap out veggies based on seasonal availability or personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg