Description
Vegan Pasta Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines wholesome ingredients for a satisfying meal. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or family get-togethers, this colorful salad features a delightful mix of fresh vegetables, whole-grain pasta, and a zesty homemade Italian dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Rotini Whole Wheat Pasta
- 1 lb Rotini Tri Color Pasta
- 5 Roasted Red Peppers
- 2 Green Bell Peppers (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Red Onions (chopped)
- 1 cup Grape Tomatoes (chopped)
- 6 oz Canned Black Olives (drained, rinsed, sliced)
- 2 cups Italian Dressing
Instructions
- Cook both types of rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.
- In a mason jar, combine oil, vinegar, water, basil, oregano, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Shake well to mix.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with red onions, black olives, green bell peppers, roasted red peppers, and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg