Quick and Refreshing Easy Cold Pasta Salad Recipe

This easy cold pasta salad is a refreshing and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a side or a main course. Made with colorful vegetables, tender pasta, and a tangy dressing, this salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a simple weeknight meal. It's quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a crowd-pleasing option for any occasion. With a preparing time of just 20 minutes, you'll have a delicious and satisfying salad ready to serve in no time.

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225g) rotini 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, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool it down.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, black olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until all the ingredients are well coated.
5. Taste and adjust the seasonings according to your preference.
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 to redistribute the dressing.
8. Garnish with additional parsley leaves, if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Interesting Facts