Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or meal prep, this salad is a delightful medley of colorful vegetables tossed with bowtie pasta and dressed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette. It’s quick to prepare, versatile enough to adapt with your favorite seasonal vegetables, and packed with nutrients that make it a satisfying dish for everyone. Whether served as a main course or as a side, this salad is bound to impress with its bright colors and bold flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 oz. bowtie pasta
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup red apple vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 Roma tomatoes
- 1 yellow squash
- 1 zucchini
- 1 broccoli crown
- 1/2 red onion
- 1 jar roasted red peppers
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together olive oil, red apple vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions (about 7–10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop all vegetables: Roma tomatoes, yellow squash, zucchini, broccoli crown, and parsley; slice roasted red peppers and red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta and chopped vegetables. Pour the vinaigrette over the mixture and toss until well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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