Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRed Rock TavernPasta Salad Recipe

Pasta Salad Recipe

Inspired by Red Rock Tavern
Time30m
Serves4

tossed in italian dressing (VG)

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Vegetables

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

Preparing Vegetables

  1. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    While the pasta is cooking, wash and chop the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, chop the bell pepper into bite-sized pieces, and finely chop the red onion. Lastly, chop the fresh parsley.

Making Dressing

  1. 3

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 4

    Combine Pasta and Vegetables

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta with the chopped vegetables and parsley.

  2. 5

    Add the Dressing

    Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Pasta Salad

    Taste the pasta salad and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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