This Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish perfect for warm weather or as a side for any meal. Packed with vibrant ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, it’s a delightful vegan recipe that everyone will enjoy.
The preparation is simple and quick, making it an ideal choice for potlucks, picnics, or meal prep. You can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs to suit your taste.
Easy Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad
This pasta salad features al dente pasta tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, bell peppers, olives, and a tangy dressing. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta of choice (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, olives, bell pepper, red onion, and fresh basil.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Chill and Serve: For best flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 220kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
