Italian Pasta Veggie Salad

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11

Healthy Italian Pasta Veggie Salad recipe for a quick lunch or dinner

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

305

Sugar

Fat

This Italian Pasta Veggie Salad is a great option for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. It can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge for an easy grab-and-go meal. The mix of fresh veggies and pasta make this salad filling and satisfying, while also providing a variety of nutrients. It's a versatile recipe that can be customized to your preferences and ingredients on hand.

Instructions

1.	Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the chopped onion, green bell pepper, tomatoes, and mushrooms.
3.	Pour the fat free Italian-style dressing over the veggies and mix well.
4.	Add the cooked pasta to the bowl and stir to combine.
5.	Chill the salad in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

This Italian Pasta Veggie Salad is easy to make, healthy, and full of flavor.

The veggies and pasta make this salad filling enough for a main meal.

It’s also a great way to use up fresh veggies from the market and can be customized to your liking.

CONS

This salad may not be suitable for those with gluten allergies, as it contains pasta.

It should also be eaten in moderation as it contains carbs from the pasta.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Italian Pasta Veggie Salad is packed with health benefits from the fresh veggies.
The onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, and mushrooms all provide a variety of vitamins and minerals that are essential for good health.
Additionally, the fat free Italian-style dressing adds flavor without adding too many calories or unhealthy fats.

	10 ounces fusilli pasta
	1 onion , chopped
	1 green bell pepper , chopped
	2 tomatoes , chopped
	1 cup chopped mushrooms
	3/4 cup fat free Italian-style dressing