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Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad

Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad
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This Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad is the perfect dish for warm-weather gatherings, combining the freshness of seasonal produce with hearty pasta in a light vinaigrette. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying. Ideal for summer BBQs, potlucks, or meal prep, it comes together quickly and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Enjoy it as a refreshing side or a wholesome main dish that tastes even better after chilling in the fridge!

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
  • 12 oz. bowtie pasta
  • 2 Roma tomatoes
  • 1 yellow squash
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 crown broccoli
  • ½ red onion
  • 1 12oz. jar roasted red peppers (drained)
  • ½ cup fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
  2. Cook bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. Chop all vegetables: Roma tomatoes, yellow squash, zucchini, broccoli, roasted red peppers, red onion, and parsley.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta and chopped vegetables. Pour the vinaigrette over the mixture and stir gently until well-coated.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Nutrition

Keywords: Use fresh vegetables for enhanced flavor and nutrition. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Feel free to add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.

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