Delicious and colorful pasta salad featuring farfalle pasta and a variety of fresh and vibrant ingredients.

This Farfalle Festival Pasta Salad is a perfect dish for summer picnics, BBQs, or potlucks. Packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty dressing, this pasta salad is sure to be a hit with everyone. The combination of flavors and textures makes this dish both satisfying and refreshing.

Ingredients

• 1 pound farfalle pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, basil, parsley, olives, and feta cheese.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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