Description
A colorful and savory pasta salad with a spooky Halloween theme, featuring dark olives and bright red peppers in a zesty vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz Rotini pasta
- 1 cup sliced black olives
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.
- Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, sliced black olives, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired