This easy pasta salad recipe is quick and easy, an ideal side for your favorite meats. It is infused with fresh, crisp vegetables and tossed with a simple homemade vinaigrette dressing.
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente (according to directions on package).
Pour pasta into strainer to drain it and then run cold water over it until cooled. Drain completely and set aside.
While pasta is cooking, make the dressing in a bowl. Add balsamic vinegar, olive oil, black pepper, salt, oregano, basil and red chili flakes to bowl and whisk. Add the pasta to the dressing and mix well.
Add cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onions and toss it. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Notes
Make it your own by adding more veggies (such as spinach, zucchini), olives, goat cheese (or plant based cheese of your choice.)