Sicilian Pasta Salad
Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Sicilian Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings or as a make-ahead weekday lunch. Featuring tender fusilli or penne pasta tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, tangy capers, and sweet, chewy sun-dried tomatoes, every bite is a delightful interplay of textures and tastes. Fresh basil, a zesty red wine vinegar and olive oil dressing, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese bring the salad to life, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy pasta salad can be served chilled or at room temperature, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing choice. Whether you're hosting a picnic or looking for a light, flavorful meal, this Sicilian-inspired recipe is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams short pasta (such as fusilli or penne)
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 100 grams kalamata olives
- 50 grams sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained)
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 10 grams fresh basil leaves
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool the pasta. Set aside.
While the pasta cooks, halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the kalamata olives. Chop the sun-dried tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and roughly chop the fresh basil leaves.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and basil.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and gently toss again.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt or pepper.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy your Sicilian Pasta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1606 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.2 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 4158 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.2 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 762 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1468 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
