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Acini di Pepe Salad Recipe

A light and refreshing vegan salad made with acini di pepe pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 cup acini di pepe pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Dressing Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  1. Cook the acini di pepe pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Pasta Salad, Vegan
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