Cherry Tomato Pasta Salad | Easy Summer Meal
This easy cherry tomato pasta salad packs extra protein and fiber. Perfect for quick meals or BBQs, it's the ultimate summer dish!
Servings 6
Calories 251kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
Salad
- 4 ounces or 115 grams miniature shell pasta
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, one and a half cups, quartered
- 1/4 white onion, very thinly sliced
- 4 ounces mozzarella pearls
Dressing
- 1/4 cup good quality olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1 garlic clove, grated
Instructions
- Start by making the vinaigrette.
- Add the dressing ingredients to a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Add the onions and mozzarella pearls and stir to combine.
- Start your pasta water, and when it boils, add your pasta. (see notes below)
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. (see notes below)
- Quarter the tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the dressing.
- Chop the parsley and add it to the bowl.
- When the pasta is done, rinse it with cold water and drain it well.
- Add the pasta to the bowl with the vinaigrette, tomatoes, and parsley.
- Using a big spatula, gently mix the ingredients until well combined.
- Taste and adjust the salt and pepper as needed.
- Enjoy immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 241mg | Fiber: 4g