Pasta Salad
Pasta Salad is a delicious and adaptable dish that can be tailored to your taste preferences. With its colorful ingredients and vibrant flavors, it’s perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Large Pot: For boiling the pasta.
- Colander: For draining the cooked pasta.
- Mixing Bowl: For combining the salad ingredients.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons: For accurate ingredient measurements.
- Cutting Board and Knife: For chopping vegetables.
- Whisk: For mixing the dressing.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta rotini, penne, or farfalle
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- 1 cucumber chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup olives black or green, sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
- Dressing:
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Herbs:
- 1/4 cup fresh basil parsley, or oregano, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop the vegetables and set aside.
- Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- Combine pasta, vegetables, olives, and feta in a mixing bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different ingredients and dressings to make this pasta salad your own!