Easy and Delicious Pasta Salad Recipe
Hello everyone! Today we will make a delicious pasta salad together. This recipe is both practical and healthy, adding color and vibrancy to your tables, especially in the summer months. You can prepare it in advance and take it to picnics or serve it as a delightful starter at a dinner party. Let's head to the kitchen and make this flavor-packed salad together!
- 3 cups uncooked fusilli pasta
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 cup Persian cucumber (thinly sliced into half moons)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (torn)
- Half cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- Half cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- Quarter cup toasted pine nuts
- Quarter cup extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence or dried Italian herb mix
- Quarter teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
Put salted water in a large pot and bring it to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions or until just past al dente. Don't worry, it's very easy!
Meanwhile, prepare your dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, Provence herbs, red pepper flakes, and salt. Now things are getting exciting!
Drain the pasta and mix it with a little olive oil, allowing it to cool to room temperature. Ready? Transfer to a large bowl with tomatoes, chickpeas, arugula, cucumber, feta cheese, basil, parsley, mint, and pine nuts.
Pour the dressing and mix well. If desired, season with more lemon, salt, pepper, and/or a drizzle of olive oil and serve. Enjoy your meal!
Easy and Delicious Pasta Salad Recipe Cooking Tips
Be careful not to overcook the pasta, as it will soften more when mixed with the sauce. Fresh basil and mint enhance the flavor even more. Believe me, it's very tasty, you must try it!
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