Pasta Salad Light Recipe 🥗
Description:
This Pasta Salad Light is not only a fantastic side dish at a barbecue but also a delightful dish on its own. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility – you can customize the veggies to suit your taste buds. Get creative and swap in your favorite vegetables or even add chicken or ham for a delightful variation.
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: Not specified
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 30 Mins, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 278.2
- Fat: 14.8g
- Saturated Fat: 2.9g
- Cholesterol: 23.9mg
- Sodium: 804.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.1g
- Fiber: 4.5g
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 8g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 cups | Bow tie pasta |
| 1 1/2 cups | Pimiento |
| 1/4 cup | Red onion |
| 1 can | Black olives |
| 1 | Tomato |
| 1 1/2 cups | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/2 cup | Green peppers |
| 2 | Carrots |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients needed for this delightful pasta salad.
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Cook Pasta: Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water to stop the cooking process. Allow it to cool completely.
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Chop Veggies: While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Dice the red onion, tomatoes, green peppers, and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta with the diced vegetables. Add the pimiento, black olives, and Parmesan cheese to the bowl.
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Toss Well: Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are evenly distributed throughout the pasta salad.
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Refrigerate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the pasta salad for about an hour to allow the flavors to meld together and for the salad to chill.
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Serve: Once chilled, give the pasta salad a final toss to redistribute any dressing that may have settled. Serve it as a side dish at your barbecue or as a standalone dish for a light and refreshing meal.
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Enjoy: Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired, and serve this delicious Pasta Salad Light to your family and friends. Watch it disappear in no time!
This Pasta Salad Light recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packs a flavorful punch, making it an ideal addition to any meal or gathering. Customize it with your favorite veggies and protein for endless variations. Whether you’re serving it at a barbecue or enjoying it as a standalone dish, this salad is sure to be a hit!
