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Pasta Salad Cups

Vibrant Pasta Salad Cups: Fresh Flavor in Every Bite

Enjoy these colorful Pasta Salad Cups, a perfect no-utensils snack for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Can substitute with fusilli or farfalle.
For the Fresh Veggies
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved; grape tomatoes can be used.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1/2 cup Olives Sliced; pitted black or green olives work best.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Finely chopped; can substitute with basil or dill.
  • 1/2 cup Italian Dressing Greek vinaigrette or homemade lemon herb dressing can be used.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spoon
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, chop cucumbers, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the olives. Finely chop the parsley.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cucumbers, tomatoes, and olives. Gently fold in parsley and Italian dressing.
  4. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Adjust dressing if the mixture seems dry.
  5. Prepare small cups and fill each with a portion of the pasta salad mixture.
  6. Cover the cups with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Refrigerate until serving for the best taste and freshness. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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