Pasta Salad Recipe
Make Pasta Salad Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Pasta
Vegetables
Dressing
Herbs
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 2 cups of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Usually takes about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
Preparing the Vegetables
- 3
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- 4
Add Olives
Slice the olives if they are whole and set aside along with the chopped vegetables.
Making the Dressing
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 minced garlic clove.
- 6
Season the Dressing
Add salt and black pepper to taste and mix well.
Assembling the Salad
- 7
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables and olives.
- 8
Add Dressing
Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently to combine.
- 9
Add Herbs
Mix in the chopped fresh parsley and basil for added flavor and garnish.
Serving
- 10
Chill and Serve
For best flavor, refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve cold or at room temperature.