Mediterranean Tomato and Olive Pasta Salad
Enjoy a delicious vegetarian pasta salad with the flavors of the Mediterranean! This simple recipe combines fresh tomatoes, olives, and herbs with pasta and a tangy dressing.
10m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
6
Servings
Ingredients
1 pound pasta (penne, fusilli, or any other short pasta shape)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup sliced kalamata olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tsp dijon mustard
salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step 1
Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the package. Drain and rinse with cold water.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, olives, parsley, basil, and mint.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat.
Step 4
Chill the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.