Ingredients

• Rotini Pasta: 8 oz (or other short pasta), cooked and cooled
• Cherry Tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
• Cucumber: 1, diced
• Bell Pepper (Green): 1, diced
• Red Onion: 1/4, thinly sliced
• Kalamata Olives: 1/2 cup, pitted and halved
• Fresh Parsley: 1/4 cup, chopped
• Feta Cheese: 1/2 cup, crumbled (optional, use vegan for vegan option)

↳ Dressing

• Olive Oil: 1/3 cup
• Red Wine Vinegar: 3 tbsp
• Dried Oregano: 1 tsp
• Garlic Powder: 1/2 tsp
• Dijon Mustard: 1 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Black Pepper: to taste

Preparation Steps

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside to cool.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients: olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. In a large salad bowl, combine cooked pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, sliced red onion, and olives.
4. Add chopped parsley and crumbled feta (if using).
5. Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.