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Classic Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Ingredients
- rotini pasta2 cups
- cherry tomatoes1 cup
- Kalamata olives1/2 cup
- feta cheese1/2 cup
- cucumber1/2 cup
- red onion1/4 cup
- extra virgin olive oil1/4 cup
- red wine vinegar2 tablespoons
- dried oregano1 teaspoon
- Saltto taste
- pepperto taste
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables by halving the cherry tomatoes, slicing the Kalamata olives, dicing the cucumber, and thinly slicing the red onion.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- 4
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and rinse under cold water to cool it down and stop the cooking process.
- 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, cucumber, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- 6
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to evenly coat all the ingredients.
- 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- 8
Cover and refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 9
Before serving, give the pasta salad a final toss and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
