Description
Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings the essence of summer to your table. With fresh, charred vegetables, al dente pasta, and a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a delightful weeknight dinner. It’s easy to make and customizable with your favorite ingredients, ensuring a delicious experience for everyone. Enjoy the explosion of flavors and colors in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or farfalle)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1/2 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Wash and chop vegetables into uniform pieces.
- Toss bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill until tender with grill marks.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain without rinsing.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled vegetables with cooked pasta. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar; add chopped basil.
- Mix thoroughly and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg