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Garden Pasta Salad

Chilled pasta tossed with fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Ready in under 20 minutes—perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick lunches.

Total time
18 min
Servings
4
Calories
312
Protein
12g
Garden Pasta Salad
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, ~10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

  2. Step 2

    Halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the cucumber and bell pepper into small chunks.

  3. Step 3

    Transfer cooled pasta to a large bowl. Add tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and parmesan.

  4. Step 4

    Drizzle lemon juice and 3 tablespoons olive oil over top. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Step 5

    Toss until coated. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • colander
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • large mixing bowl
  • box grater

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