Orange Tomato Basil Pasta Salad
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- Kosher or fine sea salt
- 12 ounces gluten-free pasta (rotini, penne, or fusilli)
- 3 tablespoons San-J Orange Sauce
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon reserved mandarin orange juice
- 1 (15-ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained (save 1 tablespoon of juice)
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes halved
- ½ cup chopped cucumber
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 8 ounces crumbled feta cheese (optional or dairy-free alternative)
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves torn
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Cook the gluten-free pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and let cool.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together San-J Orange Sauce, olive oil, reserved mandarin juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl or jar.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, mandarin orange segments, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Top with feta (if using) and fresh basil. Toss lightly again, taste, and add salt and pepper if desired, before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, and garnish with a few extra basil leaves for a fresh finish.
Nutrition
Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 811mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 930IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 203mg | Iron: 1mg
