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Tomato and zucchini pasta salad

Recipe Information

Description:
Tomato and zucchini pasta salad is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 10 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 12 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 12
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 10 Minutes
Total Time 20 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Tomatoes; Zucchini; Farfalle; Feta Cheese
Category Dairy; Fruit; Pasta; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Side Dish
Subtype Salad
Cuisine American; Greek
Diet

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces dry whole wheat pasta

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

  • Juice from 1 whole lemon

  • Salt, to taste

  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 2 cups zucchini, diced

  • 10 ounces grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise

  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley, minced

  • 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Directions

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse until cool. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper and toss to combine.

  • Add the remaining ingredients and toss to coat.

  • Cover and chill for 1-2 hours before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 169 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Polyunsaturated fat: <1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 13mg

  • Sodium: 260mg

  • Potassium: 152mg

  • Carbohydrate: 24g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Sugar: 2g

  • Protein: 6g