Kid-Friendly Pasta Salad
This vibrant and colorful pasta salad is packed with wholesome ingredients that kids will love and parents will feel good about serving.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Colander
- Pot
Ingredients
Pasta
- ½ cup uncooked farfalle pasta or 1 cup of cooked pasta
Vegetables
- ¼ cup fresh peas or frozen and thawed
- 1 carrot diced
- ½ cucumber peeled and diced
- ½ red bell pepper diced
- ¼ cup steamed corn kernels
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the Pasta - Begin by cooking the farfalle pasta according to the package instructions. Add a pinch of salt to the boiling water. Once cooked al dente, drain and rinse under cold water.
- Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables - Dice the carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper into small pieces. Rinse fresh peas or thaw frozen peas. Prepare steamed corn kernels if not done already.
- Step 3: Mix the Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with all the prepared vegetables. Mix gently to combine.
- Step 4: Dress the Salad - Toss the salad with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Step 5: Chill and Serve - Cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added protein, consider including grilled chicken, chickpeas, or cheese. This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for 3-4 days.