Description
A refreshing and easy summer pasta salad that’s perfect for barbecues and picnics. Packed with colorful veggies and a tangy dressing, it’s a dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (fusilli or rotini recommended)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, basil, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite summer vegetables or protein such as grilled chicken or shrimp.
- This pasta salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: summer meals easy, pasta salad, quick summer dish