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A vibrant pasta salad in a large serving bowl, ready for a meal.

Quick way to grow the best Pasta Salad

This recipe provides a quick and easy way to prepare a delicious pasta salad that is perfect for any occasion. It's a versatile dish that can be customized with your favorite ingredients.
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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 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 0.5 red onion thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces feta cheese crumbled
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

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

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
Assembly
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well coated.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding fresh basil or parsley. This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.