Description
Vegan Pasta Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that’s perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or family dinners. Bursting with colorful vegetables like roasted red peppers, olives, and fresh tomatoes, this plant-based pasta salad is dressed in a zesty homemade Italian dressing that brings bold flavors to every bite. With its quick preparation time of just 35 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for last-minute gatherings or meal prep. This versatile dish can be served cold as a refreshing side or transformed into a hearty main meal by adding your favorite proteins. Enjoy this delightful recipe that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Rotini Whole Wheat Pasta
- 1 lb Rotini Tri Color Pasta
- 5 Roasted Red Peppers
- 2 Green Bell Peppers (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Red Onions (chopped)
- 1 cup Grape Tomatoes (chopped)
- 6 oz Canned Black Olives (drained, rinsed, sliced)
- 2 cups Italian Dressing
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Strain using a colander and rinse with cool water.
- In a mason jar, combine oil, vinegar, water, basil, oregano, parsley, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Seal and shake until mixed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with onions, olives, green peppers, roasted red peppers, and tomatoes. Pour over the dressing and toss until well combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg