Spring Pasta Salad With Strawberries and Balsamic
Spring Pasta Salad With Strawberries and Balsamic is a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of spring. Bursting with juicy strawberries, crisp veggies, and a tangy balsamic dressing, this salad is perfect for picnics, gatherings, or meal prep. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a delightful dish everyone will love. Enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors and colors that make this salad not just a meal, but a memorable experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz farfalle pasta
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, quartered
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the farfalle pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, prepare the strawberries, cucumber, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with strawberries, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider adding nuts like walnuts or almonds. Swap out strawberries for seasonal fruits such as peaches or blueberries for variety.