Easy Pasta Salad - No Mayo!
Stay cool this summer with this Pasta Salad without Mayo. This simple and refreshing recipe, features a light Italian dressing, making it a perfect side dish for a backyard barbecue or a quick lunch option.
Servings 6
Calories 358kcal
Ingredients
FOR THE SALAD
- 2 cups dry penne pasta
- 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 cups chopped cherry tomatoes
- ½ cup sliced cucumber
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
FOR THE DRESSING
- 3 tbsp MCT oil or Olive oil
- 1 ½ tbsp white vinegar
- 2 tbsp finely minced shallot or red onion
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta noodles according to the package directions. Once it is cooked, drain and rinse the pasta with cold water and spread it on a baking sheet to cool.
- Meanwhile, chop the vegetables and grate the cheese.
- Add the dressing ingredients to a small mason jar with a lid and shake really well.
- Place all of the salad ingredients into a large mixing bowl. Shake the dressing again and pour over the salad ingredients. Stir really well to coat everything with the dressing.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge until serving.
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Notes
Storage tips
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- We do not recommend freezing pasta salad. Pasta can become mushy, and the vegetables may not hold up well after thawing.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 183mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1654IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg