Lemon Basil Pasta Salad: Easy and Refreshing for Every Meal
A light and refreshing pasta salad featuring the vibrant flavors of lemon and basil, perfect for any meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, basil, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Lemon Basil Pasta Salad