Description
Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad is a rich and flavorful dish made with tender pasta, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, olives, fresh herbs, and a zesty vinaigrette. A perfect side or main dish for picnics, potlucks, or easy lunches.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), chopped
- 1/3 cup black olives or kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or shaved Parmesan
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
For the vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (use some from the sun-dried tomatoes jar for extra flavor)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cheese, and herbs.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.
Notes
- Make it a main dish by adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Can be made 1 day ahead and kept refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg