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picnic idea Pasta Salad Cups

Delicious Picnic Idea: Vibrant Pasta Salad Cups to Share

These Picnic Idea Pasta Salad Cups are a delightful crowd-pleaser, perfect for outdoor gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Cook until al dente.
For the Fresh Veggies
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Diced into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved for easy eating.
  • 0.5 cup Olives Pitted and sliced.
  • 0.25 cup Parsley Finely chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup Italian Dressing Adds moisture and flavor.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • plastic cups
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8–10 minutes until it's al dente. Drain and rinse under cold running water.
  2. Dice the cucumbers, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the olives, and finely chop the parsley. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled rotini pasta with the chopped veggies. Drizzle in the Italian dressing and toss gently.
  4. Taste and adjust flavors with salt, pepper, and more dressing if desired.
  5. Layer the pasta salad into clear plastic cups for easy serving.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Pasta Salad Cups can be made a day in advance for convenience and are best served chilled.

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