Description
Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad is a vibrant, flavorful dish that brings the essence of Italy to your table. With tender pasta tossed with tangy sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy feta, this salad is perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it makes a delightful side or main course that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, torn basil leaves, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg