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