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Cucumber Pasta Salad: Refreshing Recipe You'll Love!

A refreshing Cucumber Pasta Salad perfect for warm days, combining pasta, fresh vegetables, and a light dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 large cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • Swap out the feta cheese for mozzarella or omit it for a dairy-free version.

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