Description
This Healthy Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from picnics to potlucks or a satisfying weekday lunch. Bursting with colorful vegetables, tender turkey slices, and a zesty dressing, this salad combines nutritious ingredients for an enjoyable meal. With its quick preparation time, you can whip it up in just 25 minutes. Plus, it’s versatile—customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to suit your taste. Enjoy a wholesome dish that’s as delightful to eat as it is easy to prepare!
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup mini mozzarella balls (whole or halved)
- 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes (8 oz)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup halved & sliced cucumber
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 cup diced turkey slices (5 oz)
- ½ cup red bell pepper (diced)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice (juice of ½ a lemon)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the fusilli pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and cool under cold running water.
- In a mason jar, mix dried thyme, oregano, lemon juice, olive oil, dijon mustard, maple syrup, and black pepper to create the dressing.
- Prepare vegetables and turkey by chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with veggies and turkey. Pour over the dressing and toss until well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg