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Healthy Pasta Salad

A quick and nutritious meal that brings together vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients, perfect for busy evenings or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta You can use either penne or fusilli pasta.
Vegetables
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups cucumbers, peeled and chopped
  • 3/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, finely chopped You can substitute for other herbs if desired.
Dressing
  • 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 3 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon coconut sugar Can be substituted with another sweetener.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt Adjust to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Drain and run cold water over cooked pasta to cool.
  3. Add drained pasta into a large bowl with tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.
  4. Whisk together balsamic vinegar, basil, olive oil, coconut sugar, and salt.
  5. Pour over salad ingredients and mix well.
  6. Refrigerate until cold.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

For the best texture, cook pasta until al dente. Chill the salad to enhance flavors. A sprinkle of salt right before serving is recommended.