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A vibrant pasta salad tossed with fresh vegetables and herbs

Proven way to grow 5-star Pasta SaladPasta Salad

This recipe provides a proven way to create a delicious 5-star pasta salad. It is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 16 ounces pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cucumber
  • 0.5 red onion
  • 1 bell pepper
  • 4 ounces feta cheese
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper for the dressing.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, and crumbled feta cheese.
  2. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are coated.
  3. Refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or basil. You can also customize the vegetables based on your preferences or what’s in season.