Delicious and Refreshing Pasta Salad Recipe

This Patty's Pasta Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish perfect for picnics, BBQs, or as a side dish for any meal. Made with colorful vegetables, cooked pasta, and a tangy dressing, this salad brings a burst of flavors and textures to your palate. The combination of fresh ingredients and zesty dressing creates a perfect harmony of taste and texture that will leave everyone craving for more. Prepare this easy and delicious salad in just a few simple steps and enjoy a satisfying and nourishing dish.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces fusilli pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the fusilli pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, black olives, and parsley.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
5. Add the crumbled feta cheese and grated Parmesan cheese. Gently mix to combine.
6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Before serving, give the pasta salad a quick toss and adjust the seasoning if needed.
8. Garnish with a little extra parsley and serve chilled. Enjoy!

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