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Red, White, and Blue Pasta Salad: A Fresh Delight!

A refreshing and colorful pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings, featuring rotini pasta, fresh vegetables, and a light dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls bocconcini
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, blueberries, red onion, and basil.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added crunch, toss in 1/2 cup of chopped cucumber or bell peppers.
  • To make it a heartier dish, add 1 cup of cooked and diced grilled chicken or shrimp.

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