Delicious Summer Pasta Toss Recipe

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Delicious Summer Pasta Toss Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on September 27, 2023

Enjoy the flavors of summer with this delicious and refreshing pasta toss. Packed with colorful vegetables and tossed in a light and tangy dressing, this dish is perfect for hot summer days. It's easy to prepare and can be served as a main course or a side dish. Make this for your next outdoor picnic or barbecue and impress your friends and family with this vibrant and flavorful dish.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
  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, red wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the cooled pasta to the large bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the pasta and toss to combine.
  5. Top with crumbled feta cheese and serve chilled.

Interesting Facts

  • The combination of fresh tomatoes, cucumber, and basil gives this pasta toss a refreshing taste.
  • Kalamata olives add a tangy and briny flavor to the dish.
  • Using red wine vinegar adds a subtle acidity to the dressing.
  • Feta cheese provides a creamy and salty element to balance out the flavors.
  • This pasta toss can be customized by adding or substituting other vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini.