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A bowl of fresh pasta salad with colorful vegetables

Proven way to grow the perfect 7-ingredient Pasta Salad

This simple 7-ingredient pasta salad is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion. It's a delicious and refreshing side dish that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound pasta
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 0.5 red onion thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.5 cup Italian dressing
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
  3. Pour the Italian dressing over the pasta and vegetables, and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  4. Stir in the fresh chopped parsley just before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, chill the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. You can also add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.