Pasta Salad (bcr/italian) Recipe
Make Pasta Salad (bcr/italian) Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Vegetables
Dressing
Cheese
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and rinse briefly under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
Preparing Vegetables
- 3
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, dice the red bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion. Chop the fresh parsley and set aside.
Making the Dressing
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Assembling the Salad
- 5
Combine Everything
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, and feta cheese. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- 6
Chill and Serve
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled.
