MEDITERRANEAN FUSILLI PASTA SALAD

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This is a light and easy summer salad. Have made it many times since I found it a while ago in a recipebinder. The recipe can of course be doubled or trebled for a crowd. What I mostly like about it is the twang and yet sweetness of the balsamic vinegar plus that the amount of oil is not overpowering. But that is a personal preference.

Provided by Chef Dudo

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup fusilli, uncooked
3 tablespoons red onions, finely chopped
1 cup tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup celery, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons kalamata olives, finely chopped
2 tablespoons capers
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons garlic oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to directions on the packet.
  • Drain and let cool.
  • Mix pasta with the onion, tomato, celery, basil, olives and capers.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, sugar and vinegar.
  • Gradually beat in the oil until an emulsion forms.
  • Pour this vinaigrette over the pasta mixture and season with salt and pepper.
  • Chill the salad in the refrigerator.
  • When it is cold, mix in the mozzarella.

Tshering Choki
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This is a great recipe for a light and refreshing summer meal.


Johnnylee Perea
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This pasta salad is a great way to sneak some veggies into your kids' diet.


Matthew Crites
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp.


Nickel Kipchumba
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I love the fresh flavors of this pasta salad.


XXMODZ HAXSXX
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This is the perfect pasta salad for a Mediterranean-themed party.


Eagle Baloch
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This pasta salad is a delicious and healthy meal.


Lilian Nnaka
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


RS Rafsan
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


Jean Latz
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I love that this pasta salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Oneal Kumbani
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's even better the next day.


kasis Sharma
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This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


lee Congerton
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta salad. The dressing is especially delicious.


John Mackintosh
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This is one of my favorite pasta salad recipes. It's always a hit at parties.


noor Mirza
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Raheel Don
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Muleba Mary
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are just perfect.


Madinathul Meedin
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I love how this pasta salad is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste, and it always turns out delicious.


Plasma P
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This is my new favorite pasta salad recipe! It's so flavorful and refreshing, and the dressing is amazing.


Stella Achuko
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and the ingredients are always fresh and delicious.


Freddie Salim
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This pasta salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the fresh, Mediterranean flavors and the bright colors of the vegetables.


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