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A vibrant pasta salad with fresh vegetables and herbs in a large bowl

Pasta Salad

This quick and easy pasta salad is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at your next barbecue. It's packed with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces pasta any short pasta like rotini or penne
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cucumber diced
  • 0.25 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
Dressing
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.125 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and feta cheese.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables, then toss to combine. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

For extra flavor, add some fresh herbs like parsley or basil. You can also add grilled chicken for a more substantial meal.