Description
Vegan Pasta Salad is a colorful, refreshing dish that’s perfect for any gathering, from potlucks to picnics. With its combination of hearty rotini pasta and vibrant vegetables like olives, bell peppers, and tomatoes, this salad is tossed in a zesty homemade Italian dressing that elevates its flavors. Not only is it easy to prepare—taking just 35 minutes—but it’s also nutritious and satisfying, making it an ideal side dish or main course. Perfect for meal prep, this Vegan Pasta Salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Impress your guests with this healthy and delicious option that showcases the best of plant-based ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Rotini Whole Wheat Pasta
- 1 lb Rotini Tri Color Pasta
- 5 Roasted Red Peppers
- 2 Green Bell Peppers (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Red Onions (chopped)
- 1 cup Tomatoes (grape, sprinkles, or cherry, chopped if too big)
- 6 oz Canned Black Olives (drained, rinsed, sliced)
- 2 cups Italian Dressing
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Strain and rinse under cool water.
- In a mason jar, mix oil, vinegar, herbs, salt, and pepper for the dressing; shake well.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and olives.
- Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg