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Vegan Pasta Salad

This Vegan Pasta Salad is perfect for summer potlucks. Pasta and fresh vegetables are tossed in a briny vinaigrette to create an incredible side dish you will make again and again!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time28 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 302kcal
Author: Nora Taylor

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces uncooked rotini or other pasta
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1 small red onion, sliced (2/3 cup)
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/2 large red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini
  • 1 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 block vegan cheddar cheese, cut into cubes optional

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 3 tablespoons juice from pepperoncini jar
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Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse in cold water. Add cooked pasta to a large bowl and toss in a few teaspoons of olive oil, so it doesn't stick together.
  • While the pasta cooks, chop and slice all the vegetables and optional vegan cheese. Set aside.
  • Whisk all dressing ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined. You can also simply add all the dressing ingredients to a jar with a lid, and shake until combined.
  • To the bowl with the pasta, add the vegetables, cheese and dressing. Stir to combine.
  • Cover the bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes if possible before serving. It will stay good for up to 5 days. Right before serving, sprinkle with Vegan Parmesan, if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. Feel free to leave out any vegetables you don't like, and add what you do like such as broccoli florets, carrots, diced zucchini, green onions, chickpeas, etc.
  2. For oil free, simply leave out the olive oil and omit the vegan cheese. 
  3. Gluten free? Swap gluten free pasta for regular.

Nutrition

Serving: 1of 10 servings | Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 335mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 575IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg