Legendary Pasta Salad
A vibrant and customizable pasta salad bursting with fresh ingredients, perfect as a side or main dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces Bowtie pasta (or your pasta of choice) Choose a fun shape that traps the dressing.
- 2 cups Assorted fresh vegetables (bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions) Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- 1/4 cup Fresh herbs (parsley and basil) Chopped for added flavor.
Dressing and Seasoning
- 1/3 cup Extra virgin olive oil High-quality for the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar (or preferred vinegar) Adjust to taste.
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper Essential for seasoning.
- optional Feta cheese or mozzarella balls Add for creaminess and richness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then strain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- Chop assorted vegetables into bite-sized pieces: dice bell peppers, halve cherry tomatoes, quarter cucumbers, and thinly slice red onions.
Mixing
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta and chopped vegetables.
- Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to mix.
Chill and Serve
- Cover the bowl and let the salad chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
The salad is highly customizable; feel free to add proteins or different veggies to suit your taste. Serve chilled for best flavor.