Pasta Salad Pugliese

Pasta Salad Pugliese is a vibrant and refreshing dish that showcases the flavors of the Apulian region with fresh vegetables, olives, and a zesty dressing. This healthy Italian salad is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at your next gathering.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fusilli or penne) - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/2 medium, thinly sliced
• Kalamata olives - 100 grams, pitted and sliced
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Fresh basil - 10 grams, chopped
• Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh basil.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables.
• High in healthy fats from olive oil and olives.

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