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Bell Pepper and Corn Pasta Salad
A light and summery pasta salad filled with bell peppers, fresh corn and a white balsamic vinaigrette.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 to 8 servings, as a side
Calories: 395 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For the pasta:
- 10 ounces fusilli pasta or shape of choice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small red onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper chopped
- 1 medium orange bell pepper chopped
- 2 medium ears corn kernels removed
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup pine nuts
For the dressing:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Salt and red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
For the pasta:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add in the pasta and cook until al dente according to the package directions. Drain, rinse well with cold water and add to a large bowl.
- Meanwhile, add the olive oil to a large skillet set over medium heat. When hot, add in the onion and cook for about 2 minutes, until it starts to soften. Add in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add in both peppers and the corn. Continue to cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, until the peppers are crisp tender. Remove from the heat and add to the bowl with the pasta, along with the basil, parsley and pine nuts. Toss to combine.
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For the dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing. Pour into the bowl with the pasta and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and red pepper flakes as needed. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for several hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Information
Calories
395kcal
(20%)
Carbohydrates
49g
(16%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
1g
Sodium
13mg
(1%)
Potassium
358mg
(10%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
1465IU
(29%)
Vitamin C
56mg
(62%)
Calcium
29mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6to 8 servings, as a side
Amount Per Serving
Calories 395
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 395kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 358mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1465IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 56mg | 62% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.