Pasta Salad Cups Recipe
Bright and appetizing, these Pasta Salad Cups are the perfect addition to any gathering, from graduation parties to backyard BBQs. Each cup is filled with a vibrant mix of rotini pasta, fresh vegetables, and zesty Italian dressing, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. These individual servings not only make for easy serving but also allow for customization based on your guests’ preferences. Quick to prepare in just under 30 minutes, these pasta salad cups are a refreshing dish that can be enjoyed chilled, making them an ideal choice for warm weather events.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, and parsley into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the chopped vegetables and parsley.
- Add Italian dressing and toss until all ingredients are coated.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Spoon portions into clear plastic cups and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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