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Roasted Vegetable and Quinoa Pasta Salad Recipe

A hearty vegan pasta salad with quinoa, roasted vegetables, and tangy lemon dressing—nutritious, flavorful, and perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 390

Ingredients
  

  • Rotini pasta uncooked: 3 cups
  • Quinoa uncooked: 1 cup
  • Zucchini sliced: 1 cup
  • Red bell pepper diced: 1 cup
  • Carrots chopped: 1 cup
  • Red onion sliced: ½ cup
  • Olive oil: 3 tbsp
  • Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
  • Garlic minced: 1 clove
  • Salt: ½ tsp
  • Black pepper: ¼ tsp
  • Fresh parsley chopped: 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss zucchini, pepper, carrots, and onion with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast 20–25 minutes.
  3. Cook pasta in boiling water for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse.
  4. Cook quinoa according to package instructions, about 15 minutes. Fluff with fork.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, garlic, and 1 tbsp olive oil.
  6. In a large bowl, combine pasta, quinoa, roasted vegetables, and dressing.
  7. Toss well and garnish with parsley. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 390
  • Total Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 59g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 13g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin C: 32%
  • Vitamin A: 18%
  • Iron: 16%
  • Folate: 19%
  • Magnesium: 20%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Add toasted pine nuts for crunch.
  • Drizzle balsamic glaze for extra flair.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for 3 days—it gets even better overnight.