Rotini Pasta Salad

Rotini Pasta Salad

Rotini Pasta Salad

This Greek rotini pasta salad packs a punch of flavor thanks to a homemade lemon vinaigrette, feta, tomatoes and red pepper. It will be the talk of the picnic table!

Calories

176

Carbohydrates

14g

Protein

12g

Potassium

450mg

Fiber

2g

Sugar

14g

Ingredients

4 cups veggie rotini or other spiral pasta (about 12 ounces)
vinaigrette:

1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon water
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 1 tablespoon dried oregano

salad:

3 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/3 cup sliced pitted Greek olives, optional
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Direction

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; rinse with cold water and drain well.
In a small bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, vinegar, water, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Stir in oregano.
In a large bowl, combine pasta, vegetables and, if desired, olives. Add vinaigrette and cheese; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.