Here’s a simple and delicious pasta salad recipe:
Classic Pasta Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
– 8 oz. pasta of your choice (e.g., bow tie, penne, or rotini)
– 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup cucumber, sliced
– 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
– 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
– 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/4 cup red bell pepper, diced
– 2 tbsp. olive oil
– 2 tbsp. white wine vinegar
– 1 tsp. dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
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Instructions:
1. Cook pasta al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese (if using), red onion, and red bell pepper.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, and dried oregano.
4. Pour dressing over pasta mixture and toss to combine.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley (if using).
8. Serve chilled.
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Variations:
– Italian-Style: Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
– Greek-Style: Replace feta cheese with 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese and add 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill.
– Veggie-Packed: Add 1 cup chopped bell peppers, 1 cup sliced carrots, and 1 cup sliced zucchini.
– Protein-Rich: Add 1 cup cooked chicken, 1 cup cooked salmon, or 1 cup cooked tofu.
Tips:
– Use a variety of colorful vegetables for visual appeal.
– Adjust dressing ingredients to suit your taste preferences.
– Add nuts or seeds (e.g., pine nuts, almonds, or pumpkin seeds) for crunch.
– Experiment with different pasta shapes and sizes.
Enjoy your delicious pasta salad!
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