Origin Awesome Pasta Salad

Pasta salads have Italian-American roots and have become a staple in American cookouts and casual gatherings. This version adds a fresh, vibrant twist with crisp vegetables and zesty dressing.

What I Love About This Recipe

The medley of textures and flavors — tender pasta, crunchy veggies, and a bright, herby dressing — makes this salad a favorite any time of year. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite add-ins.

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Awesome Pasta Salad

Recipe by RecipeWikki

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

250

kcal

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup olive oil

• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• 1 teaspoon honey or sugar

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 3 cups cooked pasta (rotini, penne, or farfalle)

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cup cucumber, diced

• ½ cup red bell pepper, diced

• ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped

• ½ cup black olives, sliced

• 1 cup mozzarella balls or cubes (optional)

• ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

Directions

• Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper.
• In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, mozzarella, and basil.
• Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to combine.
• Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

• Add grilled chicken or salami for extra protein.
• Substitute fresh herbs with dried Italian seasoning if fresh isn’t availabel
  
• This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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