delizioso pasta salad recipe

Delizioso! Here’s a simple and delicious pasta salad recipe for you:

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces of pasta (such as fusilli, penne, or rotini)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

For the Dressing:

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the dressing until well combined. Adjust seasoning according to taste.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, feta cheese, and chopped basil.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and adjust seasoning if needed. You can sprinkle some extra feta cheese and basil on top for garnish if desired.
7. Serve chilled and enjoy your delicious delizioso pasta salad!

Feel free to customize this recipe by adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or your favorite veggies. Buon appetito!