A box of tricolored pasta typically refers to pasta that is made from three different colors: typically green (spinach), white (regular semolina), and red (tomato). This pasta is both visually appealing and delicious, and it works great with a variety of sauces, from creamy to tomato-based, or even as a cold pasta salad.
Here’s a simple yet tasty recipe using tricolored pasta to make a flavorful Tricolored Pasta Salad:
Tricolored Pasta Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
1 box (12 oz) of tricolored pasta (fusilli, rotini, or farfalle work well)
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Kalamata olives (or green olives), pitted and sliced
1/2 cup mozzarella balls (bocconcini), halved (or shredded mozzarella)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
For the Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Add the tricolored pasta and cook according to the package instructions (usually around 8-10 minutes) until al dente.
Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
2. Prepare the Salad Ingredients:
While the pasta is cooling, chop the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the olives.
If using fresh mozzarella balls, halve them.
3. Make the Dressing:
