Summer pasta salad i –Today, we’re diving into a delightful culinary adventure with a dish that screams summer vibes and tickles your taste buds! We’re talking about the Simple Summer Pasta Salad that packs a flavor punch and is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or just lazy weekend lunches on the porch. Let’s get this delicious party started!
Simple Summer Pasta Salad
Getting started with this pasta salad is as easy as pie—which, let’s be honest, is also delightful. A burst of colors from fresh veggies and a sprinkle of herbs will make your heart sing and your stomach dance. So grab your apron and let’s cook up some joy!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to prepare this fabulous pasta salad:
- 8 ounces of rotini or your favorite pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced (any color you fancy)
- 1 cup of mozzarella balls (because cheese makes everything better)
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Now that you have all your ingredients gathered like a well-planned heist, it’s time to whip this up!
- First, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Toss in the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once it’s done, drain and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Ain’t nobody got time for mushy pasta!
- While the pasta is chillin’, dice up all your colorful veggies—cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and bell pepper. The more colors, the merrier! Think of it as a rainbow salad.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, mozzarella balls, and red onion. Let them mingle; they’re getting to know each other!
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. This vinaigrette is what dreams are made of—so make sure to taste it! Feel free to adjust the seasoning like the culinary genius you are.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the pasta salad and toss everything together like a gourmet DJ mixing tracks. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and give it one last toss for good measure.
- Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow all those beautiful flavors to get to know each other even better—trust us, it’s worth the wait!
And voilà! Your Simple Summer Pasta Salad is ready to impress your friends, steal the spotlight at potlucks, or simply satisfy your cravings on a hot day. Serve it cold and enjoy the festival of flavors!
