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Colorful vegan pasta salad with fresh vegetables and herbs in a bowl

Vegan Pasta Salad

A vibrant and zesty salad filled with pasta, fresh vegetables, and a delightful dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients

Pasta and Beans

  • 8 ounces farfalle pasta Cooked in boiling salted water
  • 1 can white beans Drained and rinsed

Vegetables

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes Quartered
  • 1 heaping cup cucumber Diced
  • ½ cup olives Sliced or whole, as desired
  • ½ packed cup sun-dried tomatoes Preserved in oil, drained and chopped
  • ½ cup corn Canned or frozen; boil if frozen
  • 1 shallot Finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons parsley Finely chopped

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice Plus grated zest of ½ lemon (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons mustard American or Dijon
  • tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt More or less to taste
  • teaspoon black pepper

Method

Preparation

  • Cook 8 ounces of farfalle pasta in a large pot with salted boiling water according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water for 10 seconds. Transfer the pasta to a large bowl, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil, and stir.
  • In the same bowl, add 1 can of white beans, ½ cup corn, 2 cups cherry tomatoes, 1 heaping cup cucumber, ½ cup olives, ½ packed cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1 shallot, and 3 tablespoons parsley, all chopped.

Dressing

  • In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons mustard, 1½ tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper. Whisk until mixed well.

Mixing

  • Pour the dressing over the pasta and toss everything together well. Before serving, taste and adjust salt and acidity as needed. Cold pasta can mellow flavors, so don’t hesitate to add more dressing if you like.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4g

Notes

Serve the vegan pasta salad chilled or at room temperature. It makes a fantastic main dish or a side dish alongside grilled vegetables or tofu. You can also top it with extra herbs or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for added flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days.
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