Garden Herb Pasta Salad
A delightful pasta salad bursting with fresh garden herbs, zesty lemon, and crunchy vegetables. Perfect for summer gatherings and picnics, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 10 minutesServes: 6
Ingredients
12 oz rotini pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup cucumber, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped
1/4 cup black olives, sliced
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp honey
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions. Rinse with cold water and drain.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell peppers, black olives, and feta cheese.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Add the cooked pasta and herbs (parsley, basil, dill) to the vegetable mixture.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Storage
Store the pasta salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating
This pasta salad is best enjoyed cold and does not require reheating.
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