Italian Pasta Veggie Salad

Italian Pasta Veggie Salad
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    115

A vibrant and guilt-free celebration of Italian flavors! This pasta salad bursts with fresh vegetables, perfectly al dente fusilli, and a zesty fat-free Italian dressing, making it an ideal side dish or light meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    38 g
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    238 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the fusilli pasta and cook until al dente, approximately 8-10 minutes. (8-10 minutes)

02

Step

Drain the pasta thoroughly and rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process. (2 minutes)

03

Step

In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, and sliced mushrooms. (5 minutes)

04

Step

Pour the fat-free Italian dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated. (3 minutes)

05

Step

Season generously with freshly ground black pepper to taste. (1 minute)

06

Step

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill. (30 minutes)

For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding other vegetables such as zucchini, yellow squash, or olives.
If you prefer a creamier dressing, you can substitute half of the fat-free Italian dressing with a light mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors will continue to develop over time.

Alexandra Dickinson

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 38 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Aida Howe

    A great way to use up leftover vegetables in the fridge.

  • Quinten Russel

    I substituted gluten-free pasta, and it worked perfectly.

  • Curt Ritchie

    The fat-free dressing really makes a difference. I didn't feel guilty at all eating this.

  • Henri Ebert

    I loved how light and refreshing this salad was! A perfect summer lunch.

  • Dalton Bogisich

    I added some grilled chicken to make it a complete meal. It was fantastic!

  • Violet Hamillullrich

    My kids even enjoyed it, and they're usually picky eaters!

  • Raina Langosh

    Easy to make and perfect for potlucks or picnics.

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