Easy Crisp and Cool Veggie Pasta Salad

Easy Crisp and Cool Veggie Pasta Salad

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of our Easy Crisp and Cool Veggie Pasta Salad! This refreshing dish features crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Perfect for hot summer days, it’s a light yet satisfying meal that’s quick to prepare. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a healthy lunch, this pasta salad will become a summer favorite!

Prep Time30

Cook Time15

Total Time45

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cool and Crisp Summer Vegertable Pasta Salad, Summer Veggie Pasta Salad

Servings: servings

Calories: 668kcal

Author: George - U Keep Cooking

Ingredients

Dressing Ingredients:

2/3 cup Olive Oil
1/3 cup Mayonnaise
1/3 cup Lemon Juice (fresh squeezed)
1/2 cup Parsley (fresh chopped)
2 Tsp Dill (dried)
2 tsp Garlic (4 cloves)(minced)
Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)

Pasta Salad Ingredients:

12 oz Spiral Pasta
12 slices Bacon (cooked and chopped)
1 cup Salami (cubed)
8 oz. Sharp Cheddar Cheese (cubed)
1 cup Olives (black or green)
16 oz. Grape Tomatoes (halved)
1 1/2 cups English Cucumber (chopped)
1 cup Red Onion (sliced)
1 cup Red Bell Pepper
1 cup Orange Bell Pepper

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spiral pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
Prepare the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, mayonnaise, and lemon juice until well combined.
Add the fresh chopped parsley, dried dill, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Whisk until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.
Combine Pasta Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled pasta. Add the chopped bacon, cubed salami, cubed cheddar cheese, olives, halved grape tomatoes, chopped English cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped red and orange bell peppers.
Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta salad ingredients. Gently toss everything together until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

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