Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1)
Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1)

Hey everyone, it’s John, welcome to our recipe page. Today, we’re going to make a distinctive dish, greek pasta salad (version 1). One of my favorites. For mine, I am going to make it a bit unique. This is gonna smell and look delicious.

Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1) is one of the most popular of current trending foods in the world. It is enjoyed by millions every day. It’s simple, it’s fast, it tastes yummy. Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1) is something that I’ve loved my whole life. They’re nice and they look wonderful.

Add cooked pasta, mushrooms, tomatoes, red peppers, feta cheese, green onions, olives, and pepperoni. In blender or food processor bowl, place all dressing ingredients. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.

To begin with this recipe, we have to prepare a few ingredients. You can have greek pasta salad (version 1) using 20 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you can achieve that.

The ingredients needed to make Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1):
  1. Take Dressing
  2. Make ready Dijon Mustard
  3. Prepare Lemon (Juice)
  4. Prepare Red Wine Vinegar
  5. Prepare Olive Oil
  6. Get Garlic (Minced)
  7. Take Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
  8. Take Dried Oregano
  9. Get Salt (To Taste)
  10. Take Pepper (To Taste)
  11. Make ready Sugar (Optional)
  12. Prepare Salad
  13. Make ready Rotini Pasta
  14. Make ready Feta Cheese
  15. Get Cans Large Black Olives (Halved or Sliced)
  16. Get Carrots (Julienned)
  17. Get Roma Tomatoes (Diced)
  18. Prepare Broccoli Florets (Cut in small pieces)(Blanched 2 Mins)
  19. Prepare Cauliflower Florets (Cut in small pieces)(Blanched 2 Mins)
  20. Get Freshly Grated Parmesan (Optional)

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook farfalle according to package directions until al dente. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl. Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together. Greek Pasta Salad is an easy side, perfect to prep ahead and a hit at every party or potluck!

Steps to make Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1):
  1. Prepare Pasta according to package directions. Shock or Rinse in Cold Water to stop cooking. Set aside.
  2. Mix all Dressing Ingredients in a medium bowl, except the Olive Oil. Pour Olive Oil in while stirring constantly, until consistency is right. Set aside.
  3. Prepare and Cut all Vegetables. When cutting the Tomatoes, remember to scoop out the seeds and juice, before dicing. Bring a Large Pot of Salted Water to a boil. Add Broccoli and Cauliflower Florets. Cook for Two Minutes. Strain and Shock in Cold Water. Drain and Set Aside.
  4. Pour Dressing in a Large Mixing Bowl. Add all Ingredients except Pasta. Stir. Add Pasta. Fold all Ingredients together. Taste for seasoning. If using Freshly Grated Parmesan, add it now. Mix everything again.
  5. Cover and Refrigerate for at least 1 Hour. Best if chilled for Several Hours. Enjoy!

Make dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together. Greek Pasta Salad is an easy side, perfect to prep ahead and a hit at every party or potluck! Tender pasta, ripe juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, feta cheese and olives are tossed in a Greek dressing for the perfect make ahead side dish. Greek Pasta Salad is perfect as a light lunch or summer side. Ripe flavorful tomatoes, along with crispy cucumber, Kalamata olives, tender pasta, sprinkled with good feta and a simple dressing made with extra virgin olive oil come together for a pasta salad everyone will enjoy.

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