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Pasta Salad Cups

Pasta Salad Cups: Fresh, Flavorful, and Perfect for Parties

Pasta Salad Cups are portable, bite-sized treats that combine fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Feel free to use any pasta shape that's easy to serve.
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Diced.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1/2 cup Olives Sliced.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing Can substitute with Greek vinaigrette.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • small clear cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook the rotini pasta for about 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold running water.
  2. Wash and prepare your vegetables. Dice the cucumbers, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the olives. Chop the parsley.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, and parsley. Toss gently to mix.
  4. Pour in the Italian dressing and fold it into the salad until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Spoon the mixture into small clear cups, ensuring an even distribution for presentation.
  6. Cover the cups and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prepare a day in advance for the best flavor and freshness. Use fresh vegetables for optimal crunch.

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