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Pasta Salad Recipe: The Perfect 10-Minute Refreshing Dish


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 20
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and colorful pasta salad perfect for any gathering or meal.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 ounces pasta (rotini, penne, or your choice)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Salad
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keywords: pasta salad recipe, easy pasta salad, cold pasta salad