This Herbed Pasta and Tomato Salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish that captures the essence of Italian summer flavors. The combination of tender rotini, juicy halved cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers provides a delightful texture contrast in every bite. A blend of fresh basil, parsley, and oregano infuses the dish with aromatic herbs, while the white wine vinegar and olive oil dressing adds a bright, tangy kick. The addition of provolone cheese strips contributes a mild, creamy richness that balances the acidity perfectly. Ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a side dish for grilled meats, this salad is easy to prepare and tastes even better after chilling. It’s a wholesome, vegetarian-friendly option that brings home-style comfort to your table without any fuss.
Herbed Pasta and Tomato Salad
Description
This Herbed Pasta and Tomato Salad is a refreshing and satisfying dish that captures the essence of Italian summer flavors. The combination of tender rotini, juicy halved cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumbers provides a delightful texture contrast in every bite. A blend of fresh basil, parsley, and oregano infuses the dish with aromatic herbs, while the white wine vinegar and olive oil dressing adds a bright, tangy kick. The addition of provolone cheese strips contributes a mild, creamy richness that balances the acidity perfectly. Ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a side dish for grilled meats, this salad is easy to prepare and tastes even better after chilling. It's a wholesome, vegetarian-friendly option that brings home-style comfort to your table without any fuss.Directions
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the rotini according to package directions until al dente, omitting salt from the boiling water.
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Drain the pasta and rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rotini, halved cherry tomatoes, peeled cucumbers, chopped celery, and provolone cheese strips.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the white wine vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and coarsely ground pepper until well blended.
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Stir in the chopped basil, parsley, oregano, and grated lemon rind into the vinaigrette.
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Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Toss again before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 218.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.2g27%
- Saturated Fat 8.4g43%
- Cholesterol 32.6mg11%
- Sodium 1359.8mg57%
- Total Carbohydrate 13.3g5%
- Dietary Fiber 4.3g18%
- Sugars 5.9g
- Protein 5.0g10%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
