This Mediterranean Pasta Salad is a refreshing and hearty dish that celebrates simple, wholesome ingredients. Built around hearty spirals or shell pasta, it combines the savory depth of pitted black olives with the bright acidity of diced tomatoes. The addition of finely chopped red onion and fresh celery leaves or parsley adds a necessary crunch and aromatic freshness. It’s an ideal choice for warm-weather gatherings, potlucks, or a quick weeknight lunch that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. The dish improves as it sits, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully in the refrigerator.
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Description
This Mediterranean Pasta Salad is a refreshing and hearty dish that celebrates simple, wholesome ingredients. Built around hearty spirals or shell pasta, it combines the savory depth of pitted black olives with the bright acidity of diced tomatoes. The addition of finely chopped red onion and fresh celery leaves or parsley adds a necessary crunch and aromatic freshness. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for warm-weather gatherings, potlucks, or a quick weeknight lunch that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. The dish improves as it sits, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully in the refrigerator.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Add the EDEN Spirals or Shells and cook according to package directions until al dente.
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Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the noodles.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the drained diced tomatoes.
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Add the pitted black olives, finely chopped red onion, and chopped celery leaves or parsley.
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Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste if desired.
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Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 208.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2.4g4%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 14.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 47.8g16%
- Dietary Fiber 23.6g95%
- Sugars 24.8g
- Protein 7.4g15%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
This recipe relies on the natural juices from the tomatoes and olives for dressing. For extra flavor, add a splash of olive oil and lemon juice.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The salad tastes best after the flavors have had time to meld.
You can substitute red onion with shallots for a milder onion flavor, or add chopped cucumber for extra crunch.
