Pasta Salad Cups Recipe
Colorful and refreshing pasta salad cups that are perfect for graduation parties, BBQs, and potlucks. These easy individual portions are light, fresh, and packed with veggies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 cups
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Boil rotini pasta in salted water until al dente.
2. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
3. Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and parsley.
4. In a large bowl combine the cooled pasta, vegetables, and parsley.
5. Pour in the Italian dressing and toss until evenly coated.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste and add more dressing if desired.
7. Spoon the pasta salad into small clear plastic cups for individual servings.
8. Refrigerate until ready to serve and enjoy chilled.
Notes
Add crumbled feta cheese or mozzarella pearls for extra richness.
Try Greek dressing or lemon vinaigrette for a different flavor.
Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best taste and texture.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/pasta-salad-cups/