Yummy Fruit N Pasta Salad
Transform your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Yummy Fruit N Pasta Salad! This unique fusion dish combines tender penne pasta with a medley of sweet, juicy fruits—strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, and red grapes—creating a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Tossed in a creamy Greek yogurt and honey dressing with a hint of fresh lemon juice, this salad bursts with tangy sweetness and subtle citrus notes. Finely chopped mint leaves add a fresh, aromatic finish that elevates each bite. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes and perfect for chilling ahead, this fruity pasta salad is ideal as a light summer meal, side dish, or potluck standout. Packed with natural sweetness and wholesome ingredients, it’s a must-try recipe that will keep guests coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Penne pasta
- 1 cup Strawberries
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Pineapple chunks
- 1 cup Red grapes
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Mint leaves
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
While the pasta is cooking, rinse and prepare the fruits. Hull and slice the strawberries, halve the grapes, and make sure the pineapple chunks are bite-sized.
Drain the cooked pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
In a large mixing bowl, make the dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
Once the pasta has cooled, add it to the bowl containing the dressing and toss to coat evenly.
Gently fold in the prepared strawberries, blueberries, pineapple chunks, and grapes. Be careful not to crush the fruits.
Chop the mint leaves finely and sprinkle them over the salad for a fresh, aromatic finish.
Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or a light meal. Optionally, garnish with a sprig of mint for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 241 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.4 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.4 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.7 g | ||
| Protein | 51.9 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 265 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 1431 mg | 30% | |
*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.
