Tuscan Pasta Salad
Tuscan Pasta Salad is packed with fresh Italian-inspired flavors and tossed in a delicious homemade dressing.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 12 ounces uncooked bowtie pasta
- 1 jar (7-ounces) sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced (seeds and ribs removed)
- 1 small can (6.5-ounces) sliced black olives
- 1 ½ cups cups baby spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 Tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced (chiffonade)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, about 12 minutes. Drain and rinse the pasta with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, drained sun-dried tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, sliced black olives, spinach, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. Gently toss until combined.
For the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, white vinegar, water, Italian seasoning, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
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