The Best Pasta Salad Recipe
Pasta salad is more than just a picnic staple—it’s a versatile, customizable dish that can fit any occasion.
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cucumber diced
- 1 bell pepper chopped
- ½ red onion sliced thin
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Garnish with feta cheese and parsley. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This pasta salad can be made up to a day in advance.
- For added protein, toss in grilled chicken or chickpeas.