Pasta Salad Cups
Colorful and refreshing, these Pasta Salad Cups are the ideal addition to any gathering—be it graduation parties, BBQs, or potlucks. Each individual cup is bursting with vibrant ingredients and dressed in a zesty Italian dressing, making them not only visually appealing but also a delightful appetizer enjoyed by guests of all ages. The best part? They are easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, allowing you to focus on entertaining while providing a fun and flavorful dish that can be served cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling/Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Add rotini pasta and cook until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, and parsley.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and parsley. Pour in Italian dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; portion into clear plastic cups. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://goldenrecipetime.com/pasta-salad-cups-recipe/