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christmas pasta salad

Christmas Pasta Salad: 5 Reasons to Love This Festive Dish


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive and colorful pasta salad perfect for Christmas gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, olives, onion, and feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over pasta salad and toss to combine.
  5. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
  • Add cooked chicken for extra protein.
  • Customize veggies based on your preference.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: christmas pasta salad, holiday salad, festive salad