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Pasta Salad

Description

Pasta salad is a refreshing dish made with cooked pasta, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing. Common ingredients include tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and cheese, tossed with vinaigrette or creamy dressing. It's a versatile, chilled dish, perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light meal.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta
    1. Boil water with a pinch of salt and cook pasta for 8-10 mins until al dente. Drain and let cool.
  2. Prepare Vegetables
    1. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Dice the cucumber and red onion. Slice the olives.
  3. Make Dressing
    1. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  4. Combine Ingredients
    1. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
  5. Add Dressing
    1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
  6. Garnish And Serve
    1. Chop the basil and sprinkle over the top as a garnish. Serve chilled or at room temperature.