Here’s a super simple pasta salad recipe that’s absolutely addictive! You’ll need some basic ingredients like pasta, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and if you’re up for a little kick, some spicy salami. Don’t forget to throw in some pepperoncini, olives, and a handful of fresh parsley to jazz it up.
For the dressing, mix olive oil, vinegar, and a bit of water. Add a generous amount of coarse sea salt, some garlic, a touch of sugar, and herbs like oregano and basil. If you’re feeling fancy, toss in some fresh herbs like parsley, basil, or chives.
Cook your pasta in salted water until it’s just right, then cool it down and give it a quick toss in some oil to keep it from sticking. Mix all your chopped ingredients together, pour over most of the dressing, and give everything a good toss. If you have any dressing left, keep it for adding to any leftovers. This salad actually tastes best the day after it’s made, so it’s perfect for preparing ahead of time. Store it in the fridge and enjoy for up to three days.
A quick tip: if you find the dressing too salty, you can cut down the salt to suit your taste. And if you’re using fine table salt instead of coarse, start with just a couple of teaspoons and adjust from there. Enjoy your deliciously easy pasta salad!
