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Easy vegan pasta salad

Published: Oct 17, 2019 Β· Modified: Nov 21, 2020 by Vandana Chauhan. This post may contain affiliate links.

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Easy vegan pasta salad is a tasty, light and refreshing pasta salad recipe. The subtle refreshing flavors of this cold pasta recipe make it a perfect summer pasta salad.

A lot of you must be wondering why I am sharing a summer salad recipe in October but, as explained in a lot of my previous blogs, though most of you have started tasting winter, we, in Dubai are still struggling with the heat. So, there will be a few summer recipes on my blog throughout the year.

Today's recipe – Easy pasta salad is a tasty vegan salad that gets ready within minutes. If you are looking for easy and healthy office lunch ideas then this recipe is perfect for you

There are different ways of making a pasta salad and almost everyone loves it. The recipe which I am sharing today is probably one of the simplest and easiest pasta salad recipes. This summer salad recipe is also a great option for potlucks and picnics.

How to make a perfect pasta salad

Though a simple recipe, taking care of a few basic steps while preparing it will help you make this salad stand out every time.

  1. Don’t overcook the pasta. Nobody likes mushy pasta and it will spoil your salad
  2. Before adding the vegetables, ensure that the pasta has reached room temperature otherwise the vegetables will get cooked. Add some olive oil to the pasta while it’s resting.
  3. Make equal-sized pieces of the vegetables.
  4. Add chopped nuts to give the salad a crunch. The nuts also make it healthier and yummier.
  5. Give your salad some time to absorb all the flavors say around 30 minutes. However, don’t overdo that otherwise the crunch and freshness of the toppings will go away and your salad will taste stale.

More easy vegan salad recipes

  1. Moroccan carrot salad
  2. Greek potato salad
  3. Indian Kachumber salad
  4. Middle Eastern bean salad- Balela
  5. Lebanese Fattoush

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How to make easy vegan pasta salad?

Vegan pasta salad in a white bowl

Easy Vegan Pasta Salad

Easy vegan pasta salad is a tasty, light and refreshing pasta salad recipe. The subtle refreshing flavors of this cold pasta recipe make it a perfect summer recipe.
5 from 6 votes
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Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Making time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 423kcal
Author: Vandana Chauhan

Ingredients

  • 300 grams uncooked pasta use any small variety of your choice
  • Β½ cup chopped bell pepper
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes cut into halves
  • Β½ cup cooked sweet corn kernels
  • Β½ cup cooked green peas
  • 1.5 tablespoons chopped jalapeno
  • ΒΌ cup pitted black olives
  • Β½ cup chopped parsley
  • ΒΌ cup chopped almonds you can also use walnut or any other nut of your choice
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Β½ cup olive oil
  • 1.5 tbsp dry oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dry basil
  • Β½ teaspoon chili flakes
  • Β½ teaspoon black pepper powder
  • Salt as per taste

Instructions

  • Following the instructions given on the packet, cook pasta al dente. Strain, add around 2 tablespoons of olive oil and keep aside. Let it reach room temperature.
  • In a bowl, mix the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, dry herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix well and keep aside.
  • Once the pasta reaches room temperature, add all the chopped vegetables, olives, almonds and dressing to it. Toss well.
  • Allow the salad to soak in all the flavors (20-30 minutes), before serving. You can also keep it in the fridge and serve cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 335mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1157IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. sasmita

    November 02, 2019 at 11:06 am

    Love this vegan pasta salad ... so light and refreshing salad using most's fav pasta !!!
    I just in love with this kind of cold salad recipes during summer time....

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      November 02, 2019 at 11:14 am

      Thanks Sasmita πŸ™‚

      Reply
  2. Priya Srinivasan

    October 29, 2019 at 6:17 pm

    Love the colorful pasta salad! that simple dressing must be adding so much flavors to this simple salad! I love such simple to make meals, filling , colorful and healthy !

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 30, 2019 at 11:03 am

      Thanks Priya πŸ™‚

      Reply
  3. Jagruti's Cooking Odyssey

    October 26, 2019 at 11:39 am

    The title of this recipe has two of my favourite words - easy and pasta. So I'm sold. Love the selection of veggies you have used here

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 26, 2019 at 1:32 pm

      Thank you Jagruti πŸ™‚

      Reply
  4. Padma Veeranki

    October 24, 2019 at 1:50 am

    Loving this vibrant looking refreshing salad...such recipes are such a boon for busy days!! Gorgeous clicks of this healthy salad are too tempting ????

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 24, 2019 at 10:39 am

      Thanks Padma.

      Reply
  5. Seema

    October 23, 2019 at 9:32 am

    What a lovely exciting pasta salad recipe. I am so excited to see such freshness as we head to summer now. That crunch of nuts must be exciting.

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 23, 2019 at 1:00 pm

      Thanks, Seema.

      Reply
  6. amrita

    October 23, 2019 at 9:07 am

    This type of salad I can keep in my menu any time of the year... The bowl is filling, nutritious and needless to say tasty too...

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 23, 2019 at 1:00 pm

      Thank you πŸ™‚

      Reply
  7. Swati

    October 22, 2019 at 7:22 pm

    So vibrant and colorful salad bowl!! Love the dressing and flavours in it.. A good addition to festive diner menus or for the times when we want to have something light and refreshing!!

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 22, 2019 at 7:29 pm

      Thanks Swati πŸ™‚

      Reply
  8. Sandhya Nadkarni

    October 22, 2019 at 6:01 am

    5 stars
    This pasta salad bowl looks so vibrant and scrumptious! Love the combination of veggies you have used and teh flavorful dressing.

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 22, 2019 at 3:57 pm

      Thanks, Sandhya πŸ™‚

      Reply
  9. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

    October 21, 2019 at 8:26 pm

    5 stars
    I am always on a lookout for good pasta salad recipe. Love this simple and delicious one. My boys love pasta salads for lunch boxes and this would be a perfect one for me to make. Love your blog and your blog name.

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 21, 2019 at 10:19 pm

      Thanks Sandhya :). Hope your boys enjoy this dish.

      Reply
  10. Mayuri Patel

    October 21, 2019 at 7:44 pm

    5 stars
    I love a hearty bowl of pasta salad. How versatile it is as one can add any veggies, fruits, nuts and meat too to make it into a filling and healthy meal. A simple home made dressing is the best.

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 21, 2019 at 7:59 pm

      Thank you πŸ™‚

      Reply
  11. Pavani

    October 21, 2019 at 6:09 am

    5 stars
    Such a colorful and easy to make pasta salad. Looks simple and delicious. Great to bring to picnics or even pack for lunch.

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 21, 2019 at 9:57 am

      Thank you so much Pavani :). Yes it's a perfect recipe for picnics.

      Reply
  12. Rafeeda - The Big Sweet Tooth

    October 20, 2019 at 2:42 pm

    The simple dressing gives all the oomph that is needed for this salad, that can be doubled up as a meal in itself.. looks so colorful...

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 20, 2019 at 7:20 pm

      Thanks a lot Rafeeda :).

      Reply
  13. Malini

    October 19, 2019 at 12:45 pm

    5 stars
    Wow. You captured it so beautifully, the texture and flavor of the pasta salad look just right. At my home, we love pasta, we can have at any time of the year. Between, first time, I am visiting your blog I think, I love it. I like the title, "Green Bowl 2 Soul". It's different and nice. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 19, 2019 at 5:39 pm

      Thank you so much, Malini. Your comment was such a positive shot for the day. I am so glad that you liked it.

      Reply
  14. Geetha

    October 18, 2019 at 2:59 pm

    5 stars
    Love this simple yet flavourful pasta salad. For me, regardless of climate, such easy peasy recipes are handy especially on weekdays and on lazy days. The tips you've provided are really helpful.

    Reply
    • Greenbowl2soul

      October 18, 2019 at 9:05 pm

      Thanks a lot, Geetha, glad that you like it.

      Reply

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