Fresh Cucumber Pasta Salad
Fresh Cucumber Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer. Bursting with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty dressing, this light salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, it’s a delightful way to impress your guests while enjoying a healthy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Side
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups short pasta (e.g., rotini or elbow)
- 1 cup firm cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (basil or parsley), chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While pasta cooks, prepare cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta with vegetables and dressing; toss gently to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg