Vegan Pasta Salad
A colorful cold pasta salad with crisp vegetables, olives, fresh parsley, and a tangy garlic-herb vinaigrette.
Instructions
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Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta, reduce to medium heat, and cook until al dente, about 9 minutes.
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Step 2
Drain the pasta in a colander, rinse it under cold running water until cool, and drain thoroughly. Transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
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Step 3
Whisk the olive oil, red wine vinegar, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a separate mixing bowl until combined.
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Step 4
Prepare the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and parsley as noted, then add them to the cooled pasta.
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Step 5
Pour the vinaigrette over the pasta and vegetables. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
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Step 6
Refrigerate the pasta salad for 30 minutes, then toss once more before serving.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate the salad within 2 hours of preparation, keep it at 4°C or colder, and consume leftovers within 3 to 4 days.
Risk factors
- Cooked pasta can support bacterial growth if held warm for too long.
- Cut raw vegetables require clean hands, utensils, and work surfaces.