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Vegan Pasta Salad

Vegan Pasta Salad: A Colorful Feast of Fresh Flavors

This Vegan Pasta Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Whole Wheat Pasta
  • 8 oz Tri-Color Pasta
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Green Bell Peppers Chopped
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers Chopped
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Chopped
For the Extras
  • 1/2 cup Olives Sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Optional, such as basil or parsley
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing Homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Pasta Salad
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the whole wheat and tri-color pasta, cooking until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop green bell peppers, roasted red peppers, grape tomatoes, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Combine cooled pasta and chopped veggies in a bowl. Add olives and toss gently.
  4. Prepare the Italian dressing by whisking ingredients together or shaking if store-bought.
  5. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat ingredients evenly.
  6. Cover the salad and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For meal prepping, this salad can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container. The flavors improve over time.

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