Instant Pot Vegetarian Pasta Salad
Cuisine: American
Categories: Vegetarian, Salads & Pasta
Recipe Source: Matt Freund
This recipe takes the classic pasta salad to a new level of convenience with the help of an Instant Pot. Perfectly cooked pasta is combined with a medley of fresh, vibrant vegetables, creating a healthy and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. The Instant Pot ensures that the pasta is cooked just right, while also saving time and minimizing cleanup. Toss with your favorite dressing and enjoy this quick and easy vegetarian pasta salad as a side dish or a light meal.
Difficulty: EASY
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Serving Size: 6 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 Pound Rotelle or Fusilli Pasta
- 1 Medium Carrot Diced
- 2 Ribs Celery Diced
- 1/2 Medium Red Onion Diced
- 2 Radishes Diced
- 2 Scallions Chopped
- 1 Red Pepper Diced
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 4 Sprigs Fresh Dill Chopped Fine
- 1/2 Cup Italian Dressing of Choice
Directions:
- Insert Pasta Into Instant Pot and cover completely with water.
- Put lid on Instant Pot and turn Valve to SEAL. Set timer for 4 MINUTES. When cook time is complete do a QUCK RELEASE. Keep a rag nearby just in case there is spatter out of the valve.
- Drain pasta and immediately rinse pasta to get rid of extra starch. Let pasta cool for a bit. Add Pasta back to Instant Pot liner or large bowl.
- Combine all remaining ingredients and toss with Italian Dressing of choice. Chill in refrigerator. Stir before serving.