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A colorful lunchbox pasta salad, perfect for kids' meals.

Lunchbox Pasta Salad

A simple and delicious pasta salad perfect for kids' lunchboxes, featuring colorful vegetables and a light dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
  • 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cup cucumber diced
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper diced, any color
  • 0.25 cup cheddar cheese cubed or shredded
Dressing
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.125 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the ditalini pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, and cubed cheddar cheese.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Serving
  1. Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables, tossing gently until everything is well coated.
  2. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before packing into lunchboxes.

Notes

This pasta salad can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For added protein, consider adding cooked chicken, ham, or chickpeas.