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4th of July Pasta Salad

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  • Author: Pamela
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No cooking required after boiling pasta
  • Cuisine: American

Description

4th of July Pasta Salad is a festive and colorful dish, perfect for summer gatherings. Bursting with fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, this salad combines perfectly cooked fusilli pasta with a creamy dressing to deliver a refreshing taste that embodies the spirit of Independence Day. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or any outdoor celebration, this crowd-pleaser brings joy and togetherness to your table.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fusilli pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers (red or yellow), diced
  • ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise with apple cider vinegar and season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta and chopped veggies. Pour the dressing over and mix until evenly coated.
  5. Cover and chill for at least an hour before serving to enhance flavors.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg