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Labor Day Pasta Salad Classic

Labor Day Pasta Salad Classic: 5 Reasons You’ll Love It

A refreshing and colorful pasta salad perfect for Labor Day gatherings.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rotini pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions; drain and cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and black olives.
  3. Add the feta cheese and Italian dressing.
  4. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add or substitute vegetables based on your preference.
  • This salad can be made a day ahead for better flavor.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Labor Day Pasta Salad Classic, pasta salad, summer salad