Roasted Sweet Pepper Pasta Salad with Herbs and Feta

Health score
9%
Roasted Sweet Pepper Pasta Salad with Herbs and Feta
30 min.
6
307kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and delicious dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than our Roasted Sweet Pepper Pasta Salad with Herbs and Feta! This delightful recipe combines the rich flavors of roasted bell peppers and red onions with the refreshing taste of fresh herbs, making it a standout side dish or a satisfying main course.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a colorful salad that not only pleases the palate but also nourishes the body. With each serving clocking in at only 307 calories, this pasta salad is a guilt-free indulgence that’s packed with flavor. The creamy feta cheese adds a delightful tang, while the turkey pepperoni provides a savory touch without the extra fat. Tossed in a light, fat-free Italian dressing, this dish is as healthy as it is tasty.

Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck gathering, this Roasted Sweet Pepper Pasta Salad is sure to impress your family and friends. The combination of textures and flavors will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, it can be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully in the refrigerator. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s not only easy to make but also bursting with freshness and color!

Ingredients

  • ounces feta cheese 
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoon mint leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup salad dressing fat-free italian
  • 10 ounces penne pasta uncooked
  • medium onion red cut into wedges ( 2 cups)
  • ounces turkey pepperoni sliced cut in half
  • large bell pepper red yellow cut into 1-inch pieces

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 45
  2. Spray rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches, with cooking spray.
  3. Place bell peppers and onion in single layer in pan. Spray vegetables with cooking spray.
  4. Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until vegetables are lightly browned and tender.
  5. Meanwhile, cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
  6. Toss bell peppers, onion, pasta and remaining ingredients in large bowl.
  7. Serve immediately, or refrigerate 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories307kcal
Protein16.76%
Fat25.44%
Carbs57.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.67
Glycemic Load
14.67
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.332173917605%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.26mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.74mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
4.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:306.59kcal
15.33%
Fat:8.67g
13.34%
Saturated Fat:2.52g
15.74%
Carbohydrates:44.33g
14.78%
Net Carbohydrates:41.87g
15.22%
Sugar:4.16g
4.62%
Cholesterol:25.85mg
8.62%
Sodium:570.65mg
24.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:12.85g
25.7%
Vitamin C:115.59mg
140.11%
Selenium:31.95µg
45.64%
Manganese:0.56mg
27.78%
Phosphorus:145.26mg
14.53%
Vitamin K:14.02µg
13.36%
Copper:0.25mg
12.52%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.4%
Zinc:1.71mg
11.42%
Magnesium:43.99mg
11%
Potassium:356.23mg
10.18%
Fiber:2.46g
9.84%
Iron:1.5mg
8.31%
Folate:33.1µg
8.28%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.72%
Calcium:76.98mg
7.7%
Vitamin B3:1.52mg
7.58%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.85%
Vitamin A:248.81IU
4.98%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.26%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.38%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.66%