Discover Delicious Quick Easy Cold Pasta Salad Recipe
Author:meryem
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Savor a tasty cold pasta salad thats both quick easy Perfect for any meal this dish combines fresh ingredients for a delightful flavor experience
Ingredients
Scale
8 oz of pasta (fusilli, rotini, or any shape you love)
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 bell pepper, diced (red, yellow, or green for color)
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup black olives, sliced (optional)
1 cup mozzarella balls or cubed feta cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (or parsley)
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain and Cool: Once your pasta is cooked, drain it in a colander and rinse it under cold water.
Prepare the Veggies: While your pasta cools, chop all the fresh veggies: halving the cherry tomatoes, dicing the cucumber and bell pepper, and finely chopping the red onion.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
Toss It All Together: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the veggies, olives, cheese, and basil. Drizzle the dressing and toss gently.
Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
A light, refreshing, and customizable pasta salad perfect for lazy afternoons or busy weeknights.
