Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Salad

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings 4 servings

Calories 450

A vibrant and flavorful pasta salad featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and a tangy balsamic dressing, perfect for a quick lunch or side dish.

Ingredients

Pasta and Vegetables

16 oz short pasta (rigatoni, rotini, bow tie, etc.)
3 oz baby spinach
10 oz cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 jar sun-dried tomatoes in oil with Italian herbs, drained
0.5 small red onion (diced)
0.5 cup shredded parmesan
8 oz mozzarella pearls
0.33 cup chopped basil
0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil (or enough to make 2/3 cup with oil from tomatoes)
0.33 cup oil drained from sun-dried tomatoes
2 T balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp Italian seasoning
0.5 tsp pepper
0.5 tsp salt (more or less to taste)

Instructions

Cook pasta al dente, drain, and toss with spinach to wilt. Cool slightly.
Mix pasta with basil, onion, sun-dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, parmesan, and mozzarella.
Whisk dressing ingredients and toss with salad, reserving some for serving. Chill for 30 minutes, then toss again before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad chill before serving.

Calories: 450kcal

Cost: $15

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Pasta