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Red, White, and Blue Pasta Salad: A Festive Delight!

A festive and colorful pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings and celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella balls halved
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil 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 mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, blueberries, red bell pepper, red onion, and fresh basil.
  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 the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider mixing in grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • Substitute the blueberries with strawberries for a different flavor profile while keeping the red, white, and blue theme.

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