How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette?

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb whole wheat fusilli (cork screw pasta), 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half, 1 sliced red pepper, 1 sliced yellow pepper, and more.

Is Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette suitable as pasta & noodles?

Yes, Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta Salad With Lemon Vinaigre

Name: Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb whole wheat fusilli (cork screw pasta); 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half; 1 sliced red pepper; 1 sliced yellow pepper; 1 sliced red onion; 1 shallot, minced; 3 finely minced garlic cloves; 1 lb fresh mozzarella cheese, diced; 1 lemon, juice of; fresh basil, chiffonade (thin strips)

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette is a must-try. Made with whole wheat fusilli, cherry tomat…

This Whole Wheat Fusilli Pasta Salad With Lemon Vinaigrette relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as sliced red pepper, sliced yellow pepper, sliced red onion and shallot, minced. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 467 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Pasta & Noodles

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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