Delicious and Refreshing Summer Pasta Recipe

Beat the heat with this mouthwatering summer pasta recipe. Made with fresh, seasonal vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing, this dish is perfect for a light and refreshing lunch or dinner. With a quick and easy preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can have this delightful meal on the table in no time. Enjoy the flavors of summer with every bite!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces of pasta
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, basil, and parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the bowl and toss until everything is well coated with the dressing.
6. Serve the pasta salad chilled, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

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