Description
Smoked Beef Summer Pasta Salad combines al dente pasta with juicy smoked beef, crisp cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and tangy red onion, tossed in a bright olive oil and lemon dressing. This vibrant, easy-to-prepare summer side or main dish is perfect for picnics, BBQs, and lunch boxes. Ready in just 25 minutes, it offers a refreshing mix of protein and fresh vegetables, making it a crowd‑pleasing, healthy option for any warm‑weather gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup diced smoked beef
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste.
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente, drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl combine pasta, smoked beef, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best texture
- rinse pasta with cold water after cooking. Adjust seasoning after chilling. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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