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Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Salad Recipe

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A bright and flavorful pasta salad made with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, mozzarella, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or an easy weeknight side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (fusilli, bowtie, or rotini)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella pearls
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olives (optional)
  • Dressing:
  • 3 tbsp olive oil (from sun-dried tomato jar or regular)
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  • 2. Add cooled pasta to a large bowl and mix in sun-dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, red onion, basil, parsley, and olives if using.
  • 3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  • 4. Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat.
  • 5. Refrigerate for at least 20–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
  • 6. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.

Notes

  • Add grilled chicken to make this a full meal.
  • Use feta cheese instead of mozzarella for a tangier twist.
  • Pasta salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Salad, pasta salad recipe, summer salad

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