Pasta salad is a versatile dish that can be a great addition to any meal. Here’s a delicious and healthy recipe that combines whole-grain pasta with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing.

Ingredients

For the Pasta

• 8 oz of whole-grain pasta (such as rotini or penne)
• 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup of cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup of red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup of yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup of red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup of fresh basil, chopped
• 1/4 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons of pine nuts, toasted

For the Dressing

• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon of honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta: Prepare the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion.
3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped vegetables, basil, feta cheese, and pine nuts.
5. Add Dressing: Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat everything evenly.
6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!