Here is a colorful Vegetarian Pasta Salad recipe tossed in a simple red wine vinaigrette dressing. It’s fun, festive, and best served at all your summer parties and BBQs – easy option to make ahead!
why you'll love it
easy pasta salad
ingredients
Cook Pasta. Cook pasta to al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water and set aside.
step one
Prep vegetable and make dressing. Cut all of the vegetables and set them in a large bowl. Mix the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.
step TWO
Toss together. Combine the pasta, vegetables and mozzarella. Drizzle on dressing and then toss to combine.
step three
Serve immediately. Or, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill until ready to serve.
Leftover marinated pasta salad will keep tightly covered in plastic wrap or in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.
storage
To make 2-3 days in advance. Cover and store in the fridge. The pasta will soak up the dressing over time. Make an extra batch of dressing and toss it with a few extra tablespoons before serving.
MAKE AHEAD
This easy Vegetarian Pasta Salad recipe is that's colorful and creative. Serve it room temperature or cold - with the option to make ahead!