Ingredients and Weight:
- Rotini pasta (tri-colored): 1 pound
- Grape tomatoes (halved): 1 pint
- Cucumbers (diced): 1 medium
- Carrots (diced): 1 medium
- Red bell pepper (diced): 1/2 medium
- Yellow bell pepper (diced): 1/2 medium
- Purple onion (thinly sliced): 1/4 medium
- Feta cheese (crumbled): 1/2 cup
- Black olives (sliced): 1/4 cup
- Chopped fresh basil: 1/4 cup
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and let cool.
- Combine the pasta, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers, and onions in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the feta cheese, black olives, and basil.
- Pour the feta cheese dressing over the pasta mixture and stir to combine.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Vibrant and colorful
- Light and refreshing
- Perfect for summer gatherings
- Suitable for vegetarians
User Comments:
- "This salad is so easy to make and so delicious! I love the combination of flavors."
- "The rainbow colors are so beautiful. It makes the salad so much more fun to eat."
- "This is a great salad for a potluck or BBQ. It's always a hit with my friends."
- "I love that this salad is vegetarian. It's a great way to get my veggies in."
- "I added grilled chicken to my salad for some extra protein. It was delicious!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To make the salad gluten-free, use gluten-free rotini pasta.
- If you don't have feta cheese, you can substitute crumbled goat cheese or mozzarella cheese.
