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The Best Pasta Salad Recipe

The Best Pasta Salad Recipe

5.2 from 30 reviews

This recipe for the best pasta salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish for any meal. Loaded with fresh veggies, tangy dressing, and savory cheese, it’s a colorful and flavorful dish that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Pasta Salad:

  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Prepare Veggies: In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese.
  3. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, garlic, and oregano.
  4. Combine: Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  5. Serve: Garnish with additional feta cheese and fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can customize this pasta salad by adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or your favorite veggies.
  • This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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