Pasta Salad Recipe
Make Pasta Salad 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
Herbs
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 2 cups of penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- 2
Chop the Vegetables
While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Slice the olives if they are whole.
- 3
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Adjust the seasoning with black pepper to taste.
- 4
Mix the Salad
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped vegetables, and olives. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine evenly.
- 5
Add Fresh Herbs
Chop the fresh basil and parsley. Add them to the salad and mix well to distribute the herbs throughout the pasta salad.
- 6
Chill and Serve
Cover the pasta salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.