Deliciously Fresh Pasta Salad for Celebrating Jim's Birthday

This pasta salad recipe is perfect for celebrating Jim's birthday or any other special occasion. It is filled with fresh vegetables, cooked pasta, and a tangy dressing that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad is sure to impress your guests. Best of all, it can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it the perfect dish for a busy celebration. This recipe is suitable for vegetarians and can easily be customized to suit your personal preferences.

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, basil, and parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss to coat evenly.
5. Add the cooled pasta to the bowl and gently toss until all ingredients are well combined.
6. Refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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