Pasta salad is the perfect quick dinner recipe that allows you to incorporate your favorite ingredients. Plus, this may be the one salad that even the kiddos like! PREP TIME: 18 MINUTES | YIELD: 6 SERVINGS PAsTA sALAD
INGREDIENTs
FOR THE DRESSING • 1/ 3 c. olive oil
FOR THE PASTA SALAD • 8 oz. cooked pasta • 1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved • 1 c. cucumber, cut into quarters • 1/2 c. mozzarella pearls • 1/2 c. salami pieces, cut into long slices • 1/2 c. pitted Kalamata olives, halved • 1/4 red onion, diced • 2 tbsp. capers
• 1/4 c. red wine vinegar • 1 tsp. dried oregano • 1 tsp. garlic powder • 1/2 tsp. salt • 1/2 tsp. pepper • ¼ tsp. dried dill weed
1. Cook the pasta according to box directions and allow to cool while you prepare the other ingredients. Once cooled, add to a large bowl. 2. Slice the tomatoes, cucumbers, salami, olives and red onions. Add to a bowl and mix with the mozzarella pearls and capers. 3. Pour the olive oil into a small bowl and whisk in the red wine vinegar. Add the seasonings and whisk to combine. 4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss. 5. Chill until ready to serve, then enjoy! INsTRUCTIONs
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