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Cold Pasta Salad

The Perfect Cold Pasta Salad Recipe

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Looking for a refreshing and easy-to-make dish for your next gathering or picnic? Look no further than this delicious cold pasta salad recipe! Packed with colorful vegetables, tangy dressing, and al dente pasta, this salad is sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
  4. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
  5. Enjoy your delicious cold pasta salad!