Dear taste buds, prepare yourselves for the flavor sensation that is this Healthy Pasta Salad! It’s loaded with artichoke hearts, basil, tomatoes, black olives and a big bright and bold garlic and red wine vinegar dressing to make it pop!
It’s the newest recipe to make the BEST OF list here on Healthy Seasonal Recipes, and I cannot wait for you all to try it and let me know what you think.
With only a week away from the unofficial start of summer, I knew I had to get this Italian Pasta Salad into your hot little hands, my friends, because you’re gonna consider it your new favorite pasta salad recipe.
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I like the fusilli in this recipe because I love the way the oil and vinegar-based Italian dressing clings to all that surface area! It really makes it so much more flavorful. Just make sure not to overcook the pasta. For the best texture, I usually cook pasta a little longer than al dente but keep within the range on the package instructions.
I did test this with brown rice pasta, for a gluten-free option. I didn’t love how the pasta was a little limp in appearance when it was cooked according to the package instructions. But we all agreed that we liked the flavor and texture of it.
For more fiber, you can use whole-wheat pasta. Just make sure to cook it all the way because whole-grain pasta is not great when it is cooked al dente.
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We used a combination canned quartered artichoke hearts, jarred roasted red peppers, scallions or green onions, cherry tomatoes. Feel free to use marinated artichoke hearts for more flavor. And red onion is a great alternative to the green onion.
If you can find Italian black olives, those are preferable. But if not Greek olives are a good substitute. Do not use ripe California black olives as they are too mild for this recipe.
I also used a heavy hand with the fresh basil for a big pop of flavor. Make sure to wash it and spin it dry before chopping it. For the best flavor, add the basil just before serving.
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The dressing is a classic vinaigrette with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, dried Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
Dressing Ratios:Use a little bit more oil than vinegar, so as to make the dressing not too tart. Remember that salt and vinegar balance each other, so use the full amount of salt if your diet can allow.
This recipe only takes about 15 minutes of actual prep work. Much of the start to finish time is waiting for the pasta water to boil and allowing the pasta to cool. So getting that pot of water on at the very beginning should be the first step.
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While you’re bringing that pot of water up to a boil and while it is cooking, you can get your dressing made. Simply whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic, dijon mustard, salt and pepper in a large bowl. At this point, you can also prep the veggies.
To rinse the pasta once it is drained, the dressing will coat the pasta so it won’t stick together. The hot pasta will absorb the dressing as it cools, and impart overall delicious Italian dressing flavor.
After the pasta has cooled with the dressing for about 20 minutes, you can add in the artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, olives, basil and scallions.
Bow Tie Pasta Salad With Summer Vegetables
Some pasta salads are unhealthy because they contain a large ratio of fatty high-calorie dressing mixed with pasta made with refined flour. They contain little to no vegetables and are lacking in nutrient-dense ingredients. Pasta salads that have a relatively large amount of nutritious vegetables added, whole grain pasta and olive oil-based flavorful dressings can be a part of a healthy diet.
Most classic pasta salads, made with a mayonnaise-based dressing, are 300 to 400 calories per serving. This healthy pasta salad has 239 calories per 1 cup serving.
Pasta salad is a general classification of summer salad typified by cooked pasta tossed with dressing, vegetables and sometimes meats and cheeses. These dressings can be either oil and vinegar or vinaigrette dressings or creamy dressings with mayonnaise or dairy. Macaroni salad is a specific type of pasta salad made with macaroni noodles or elbow pasta and usually is tossed with a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise. Pasta salad and macaroni salad are commonly served as a side dish for summer barbecues, cookouts and picnics.
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This easy and Healthy Pasta Salad recipe with Italian-inspired ingredients is so good! It’s loaded with artichoke hearts, basil, tomatoes, black olives and a big bright and zesty garlic and red wine vinegar dressing to make it pop! There is no cheese or meats, so it is vegan and vegetarian friendly too.
Katie Webster studied art and photography at Skidmore College and is a graduate of the New England Culinary Institute. She has been a professional recipe developer since 2001 when she first started working in the test kitchen at EatingWell magazine. Her recipes have been featured in numerous magazines including Shape, Fitness, Parents and several Edible Communities publications among others. Her cookbook, Maple was published in 2015. She launched Healthy Seasonal Recipes in 2009. She lives in Vermont with her husband, two teenage daughters and two yellow labs. In her free time, you can find her at the gym, cooking, stacking firewood, making maple syrup, and tending to her overgrown perennial garden.
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45 Minutes or Less Best Of Cooking Videos Cookout dairy free Entertaining Lactose Free Mediterranean & Middle Eastern No Added Sugar nut free Salad Side Dishes Spring summer Summer Salads Vegan Vegetarian RecipesA light, refreshing pasta salad recipe, perfect for summer picnics and outings. This bow tie pasta salad is tossed with an amazing, light and zesty dressing.
Today I’m excited to share one of summer’s quintessential sides. This is a bow tie pasta salad, but lighter. I never took to the heavy mayonnaise-drenched pasta salads, so I make mine with a vinaigrette, which is perfect for summer outings like picnics and parties.
It’s no secret that I love an deliciously simple pasta salad. They keep well, which means we can enjoy it all week.
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You can also add a little fiesta to your fiesta with thisMexican Pasta Salad. You’ll want to pin it for Cinco De Mayo! See, I told you there was something for everyone around here!
In fact, I’ve got an entire post dedicated to rounding up all the reader-fave easy pasta salad recipes around here. Don’t miss it– you’ll want to pin and save it for later!
Pretty little bow tie pasta noodles all dressed in a lemon vinaigrette pasta salad dressing, and tossed with feta, basil and cherry tomatoes…does it get any better? It’s the ultimate summer side dish but can also be enjoyed as an entree.
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Even kids will enjoy this irresistible recipe. Adalyn can’t resist the cherry tomatoes and who can say no to adorable bow tie pasta? It’s light, fresh and flavorful!
Pasta Salad Dressing is so easy to make! This pasta salad dressing uses just four ingredients: lemon juice, olive oil, mustard and minced garlic. That keeps this dressing light, unlike so many pasta salad recipes.
This has been one of my most popular recipes on Pinterest and it’s no wonder why! See what readers are saying about this amazing pasta salad recipe.
Healthy Rainbow Pasta Salad
Calories: 222 kcal (11%) , Carbohydrates: 30 g (10%) , Protein: 7 g (14%) , Fat: 7 g (11%) , Saturated Fat: 2 g (10%) , Cholesterol: 10 mg (3%) , Sodium: 167 mg (7%) , Potassium: 186 mg (5%) , Fiber: 1 g (4%) , Sugar: 2 g (2%) , Vitamin A: 255 IU (5%) , Vitamin C: 11.1 mg (13%) , Calcium: 73 mg (7%) , Iron: 0.9 mg (5%)This summer pasta salad is the perfect side dish for warm summer days! Crisp, fresh veggies, tangy artichoke hearts, and salty feta are tossed with rotini and Italian dressing for a light, easy pasta salad recipe.
Looking for a side dish that’s made for those hot summer days when you don’t feel like standing over the stove for an hour or heating up your kitchen by turning on the oven? This easy pasta salad recipe is perfect for any picnic, potluck, or barbecue!
It’s light, refreshing, and best of all, it can be made in just a few minutes. Plus, it is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables you may have, or your bounty from the garden!
Light Summer Pasta Salad — Emily English Nutrition
This pasta salad is the perfect summer dish for a few reasons. First, it’s fresh and delicious, made with simple ingredients that add tons of flavor and texture to your salad. And they’re all summer favorites!
Crunchy bell pepper, onions, and cucumber, along with sweet cherry tomatoes, are tossed in
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