Zesty Pasta Primavera Salad

Whole grain rotini and colorful vegetables elevate this pasta salad! Add canned chicken or tuna for a complete meal.

Prep 5 minCook 15 minTotal 20 minUpdated Jul 3, 202620 minLow CarbVegetarian

Whole grain rotini and colorful vegetables elevate this pasta salad! Add canned chicken or tuna for a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 cup Whole grain rotini pasta, uncooked
  • 3 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 3 cups Lemon juice
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
  • 1 piece(s) Cucumber, chopped
  • 1 medium Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium Carrots, sliced
  • 1/2 medium onion Red onion, minced
  • 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to the package directions.
  2. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Add cooked pasta, cucumber, tomato, carrots, red onion, and Parmesan cheese to the dressing.
  5. Mix well and chill for 2 hours before serving.

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Storage

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