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“Made this! Soooo delicious. I will be bringing it to many get-together this summer, you can count on that!!!”
Layered Spring Pasta Salad
Ingredients
For this delightful Layered Spring Pasta Salad, you will need the following ingredients:
– 1 pound of pasta (such as fusilli or farfalle)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
– 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
– 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– Salt and pepper to taste
– For the dressing: 1/3 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, salt, and pepper
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or protein sources. You can also experiment with different herbs and dressings to create a flavor profile that suits your taste buds.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, black olives, basil, and parsley.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. You can also add more herbs or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra freshness.
6. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
7. Before serving, give the salad a final toss and garnish with additional fresh herbs. Enjoy this delicious Layered Spring Pasta Salad with your favorite main dish or as a standalone meal.
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