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Close-up of a vibrant summer pasta salad with fusilli, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh herbs.

Summer Pasta Salad with Herbs

A bright and refreshing pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings, packed with fresh herbs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound pasta rotini or farfalle recommended
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture. Add the chopped parsley, basil, and dill.
  5. Toss everything together until well combined. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn. Grilled chicken or shrimp can be added for a complete meal.

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