This spicy pasta salad is a perfect dish for those who love a little kick in their meals. Made with a combination of pasta, veggies, and a spicy dressing, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next gathering or barbecue.
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, dijon mustard, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy the spicy pasta salad as a side dish or main course!
Interesting Facts
Pasta salads are versatile and can be customized with your favorite ingredients.
The spicy dressing adds a unique flavor to this traditional dish.
This pasta salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light lunch option.