Bruschetta Pasta Salad recipe
This Bruschetta Pasta Salad recipe is an easy, fast, and delicious cold pasta salad that comes together in less than 20 minutes. This healthy pasta salad is filled with bowtie pasta, summer tomatoes, basil, parmesan cheese, and olive oil making it perfect for a summer dinner, potlucks, and BBQs.
Ingredients
For the Bruschetta Pasta Salad:
- 4 cups cooked bowtie pasta
- 2 cups tomato, finely diced
- ½ cup shredded parmesan
- ½ cup fresh basil, chiffonade
- optional: balsamic glaze, extra basil
For the Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toss the cooked pasta, tomato, shredded parmesan and basil together in the bowl.
- Whisk together the dressing and pour it on top of the pasta salad. Toss again.
- Serve room temperature or cold. You can also top with optional extra balsamic glaze and/or extra basil or parmesan.
Notes
Storage & Leftovers
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. The tomatoes tend to wilt after any longer. I do not recommend freezing this recipe.
Serve this Italian Pasta Salad at room temperature or cold. It's great for dinner or cookouts! You can make it ahead up to one day.
Nutrition
Calories: 288kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 12gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 149mgPotassium: 318mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 815IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 136mgIron: 3mg
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