Pool Party Pasta Salad

Pool Party Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for your next outdoor gathering. This refreshing and flavorful salad is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Packed with fresh vegetables, tender pasta, and a zesty dressing, it's a dish that's sure to be a hit at any summertime event.

Pool Party Pasta Salad
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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

24

Yield:

24 servings

Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 cup broccoli florets
8 ounces fresh asparagus spears, trimmed and chopped
8 ounces diced cooked chicken breast meat
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and diced
½ pint cherry tomatoes, halved
4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1 cup Italian salad dressing, or as needed
salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Add broccoli florets and asparagus to the boiling water during the last 5 minutes. Drain, and run under cold water to cool.

Step 2

In a large serving bowl, stir together the diced chicken, kidney beans, black olives, green pepper, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese and Italian dressing. Stir in the pasta, broccoli and asparagus. Season with salt and pepper to taste. I like it pretty heavy on the pepper. This salad is best if chilled for a couple of hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

151

Calories

6g

Fat

19g

Carbs

7g

Protein

Complement

The combination of colorful veggies, such as cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and cucumbers, gives this pasta salad a vibrant and inviting appearance. The addition of a tangy vinaigrette dressing ties all the flavors together, creating a light and satisfying dish that's perfect for hot summer days. Whether you're hosting a pool party, barbecue, or picnic, this pasta salad is a versatile and easy dish to prepare. It can be made ahead of time, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the company of your guests. With its bright, fresh flavors and easy preparation, Pool Party Pasta Salad is a must-have for any outdoor gathering.