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Easy Pasta Salad

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A quick, fresh, and colorful pasta salad made with crisp vegetables, feta cheese, and a simple tangy dressing that’s perfect for gatherings, meal prep, or easy lunches.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz short pasta (rotini, penne, or farfalle)
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in well-salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool completely.
  2. Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, black olives, and feta cheese.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until evenly coated.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

  • Short pasta shapes hold the dressing best.
  • Add extra olive oil before serving if the salad looks dry.
  • Customize with protein like chickpeas or grilled chicken.
  • Swap feta for mozzarella or add pesto for variation.

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