Description
A refreshing and colorful pasta salad that is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pasta (any shape)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Feel free to add any other vegetables or proteins you like, such as grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- This pasta salad can be made a day in advance for easier meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: pasta salad, easy pasta salad, Mediterranean pasta salad, cold pasta salad, summer salad