We love a good pasta salad. An easy, colorful, and filling side dish that can go just about anywhere. Beach day? Pasta salad. Backyard BBQ? Pasta salad. Super versatile! This particular recipe is inspired by a similar pasta salad our neighbors brought to a dinner party, and we wanted to put our own spin on it.
We cannot stress enough how easy this one is – first you’ll cook the pasta, then you’ll let it cool and add ingredients. Toss with salad dressing and you’re ready to roll! I made this one for an appetizer party we hosted the day before Mothers Day and it was nice to make it the day before and not worry about it until guests arrived.
Feel free to customize with different noodle types and different add-ins!
Tomato, Pepper, and Basil Pasta Salad
This pasta salad tossed with shallot vinaigrette is a quick, easy, and delicious side dish!
Ingredients
- 1 box Farfalle pasta
- 3 Roma Tomatoes, diced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
- ¾ cup Fresh Basil, diced
- ¾ cup Shallot Vinaigrette
Instructions
- Cook pasta following directions on box. Let cool.1 box Farfalle pasta
- Dice tomatoes, bell pepper, and basil. Set aside.3 Roma Tomatoes, diced, 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced, ¾ cup Fresh Basil, diced
- In a large mixing bowl, add the pasta, tomatoes, pepper, and basil.
- Pour shallot vinaigrette over ingredients and toss to combine.¾ cup Shallot Vinaigrette
- Add cracked pepper and salt to taste.