This no mayo pasta salad is a perfect dish for picnics, barbecues, or any summer gathering. Packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy vinaigrette dressing, this pasta salad is light, flavorful, and easy to make.
Ingredients
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 English cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, basil, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Enjoy this refreshing and delicious no mayo pasta salad!
Interesting Facts
This pasta salad is a great alternative to traditional mayo-based pasta salads.
The fresh herbs and vegetables in this salad provide a burst of flavor and color.
You can customize this pasta salad by adding your favorite ingredients like bell peppers, artichoke hearts, or feta cheese.