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TRICOLOR PASTA SALAD RECIPE

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This Tricolor Pasta Salad Recipe is not only easy & vibrant, but it is also a delicious Summer treat. I make it by tossing cooked pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onions, and radish with homemade Tahini Dressing.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Resting Time: 5 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 284 kcal

Equipment

Instant Pot
Mixing Bowl
Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta or Farfalle Pasta, Rotini Pasta, or Cellentani Pasta.
  • ½ Red Onion sliced
  • 2 Persian Cucumbers diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes cut in half
  • 1 handful Arugula optional
  • ½ Red & Green Bell Pepper or mini peppers
  • ¼ cup Radish diced

Tahini Dressing:

  • 1-2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Extra Virgin
  • 1 clove Galic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
  • ½ cup Tahini
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • Salt & Pepper

Instructions
 

How to cook Pasta:

  • Instant Pot: Add pasta to the instant pot and cover them with water. Pressure cook for 4-5 minutes or as per packet instructions. When the timer beeps, Quick Release the pressure by turning the vent to the venting position.
    (Note: Pressure Cook Timer depends on the pasta. Check the instruction on the pasta bag. Divide the cooking time by half (½) and -1. That is, Cook Time for pasta is 12. Divided by ½= 6. Then -1= 6-1=5).
    Stove-Top: Add 1 cup of Pasta in boiling water. And boil for 8-9 minutes or as per instructions.
  • Strain the leftover water and transfer the pasta to a salad bowl.
    (Note: You can also add pasta to the cold icy water. This will stop the cooking process and will not stick).

Tahini Dressing:

  • Make the dressing by whisking Tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup/honey, minced garlic, toasted sesame seeds, and salt & pepper until smooth and lump-free.

Serving:

  • Transfer pasta to a salad bowl. Add onion, tomatoes, bell pepper, radish, and cucumbers.
  • Toss the dressing with pasta and veggies until all the ingredients are combined correctly.
  • Adjust the flavors and serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts
TRICOLOR PASTA SALAD RECIPE
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
284
Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Sodium
 
36
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
300
mg
9
%
Carbohydrates
 
38
g
13
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
5
g
6
%
Protein
 
9
g
18
%
Vitamin A
 
239
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
 
10
mg
12
%
Calcium
 
52
mg
5
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Pasta Salad, Salad, Summer Recipe, TRICOLRO PASTA SALAD RECIPE, vegetarian
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