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Summer Pasta Salad
Packed with seasonal vegetables and vibrant flavors, Summer Pasta Salad is the ultimate summer side dish sure to become a staple at your cookouts.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 379 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Main Course , Lunch
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 16 ounces pasta (fusilli, macaroni or other small pasta shape)
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 ears of corn, yellow or white
- 1 pound asparagus, stems removed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, if desired
- basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 1 tbsp salt to the water and cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Place the corn and asparagus in a steamer pot over boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes. Alternatively, you can just boil the corn and asparagus for 1-2 minutes.
- When the corn is cool, cut it off the cob and dice the asparagus into small pieces.
- Thoroughly combine all the ingredients in a bowl and season with more salt, pepper. Add fresh herbs if desired.
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Notes
- Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Aim for al dente pasta to avoid a mushy salad.
- Chill Before Serving: There's nothing better than a cold pasta salad. For best results, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together.
- Add Your Twist: Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or herbs, such as bell peppers, red onions, cucumbers or parsley.
- Make Ahead: Prepare this dish in advance and store it in the refrigerator to save time on the day of your event. The flavors will deepen, making the salad even more delicious.
- Storage: Store leftover pasta salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
379kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
61g
(20%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Cholesterol
3mg
(1%)
Sodium
1.349mg
(0%)
Potassium
380mg
(11%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
726IU
(15%)
Vitamin C
10mg
(11%)
Calcium
87mg
(9%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 379
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 379kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 1.349mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 380mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 726IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 9% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.