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Pasta Salad

A quick and colorful pasta salad with fresh vegetables, olives, and feta, dressed with a light oil and vinegar dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked pasta (e.g., rotini, penne)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup olives (black or green), sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta until tender, then drain and cool.
  2. Chop the vegetables and slice the olives.
  3. Mix the pasta, vegetables, olives, and feta in a large bowl.
  4. Whisk the oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  6. Chill for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Adjust seasoning and add more dressing if needed before serving.

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Keywords: Pasta Salad, Easy Pasta, Vegetarian Salad, Quick Recipe, Mediterranean