Pasta Salad
Pasta salad is a colorful and delicious dish that is perfect for every occasion, made with fresh vegetables and customizable ingredients.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup olives (e.g., black or green), sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell peppers, olives, and feta cheese.
Mixing Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
Chilling
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can serve pasta salad as a side dish or a light main dish. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days. Add a splash of olive oil or vinegar if it absorbs too much dressing.