How to Make Garden Pasta Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

Summer is the perfect time to indulge in the freshest and most vibrant ingredients nature has to offer. One dish that truly encapsulates the essence of summer is a garden pasta salad. This dish is a delightful combination of al dente pasta, crisp vegetables, and a zesty vinaigrette. The result is a light and refreshing salad that's perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying a meal outdoors.

What makes this garden pasta salad truly special is the use of fresh, seasonal produce....

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package tri-color rotini pasta
  • 2 large tomatoes, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • ½ cup thinly sliced carrots
  • ½ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ½ cup cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 1 ½ (16 ounce) bottles Italian-style salad dressing, or to taste
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Mix tomatoes, celery, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, and onion together in a large bowl. Add cooled pasta, salad dressing, and Parmesan; mix until well combined. Cover and chill for 1 hour before serving.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook pasta at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Rinse under cold water, and drain.
  • Nutrition

    385 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 1174mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 70mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 276mg