SUMMER PASTA SALAD

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This classic pasta salad, packed with a bounty of summer vegetables and fresh herbs, is the perfect thing to make after a trip to the farmers' market. Look for the tastiest produce at the peak of its season, like crisp radishes and cucumbers, juicy tomatoes and sweet raw corn. We recommend allowing the pasta salad to marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound gemelli or other twisted pasta, such as cavatappi
1 cup olive oil
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 Persian cucumbers, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
2 pints mini heirloom cherry tomatoes or other cherry tomatoes, halved
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
2 cups radishes, thinly sliced
2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 4 about ears)
1 medium shallot, thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped
1/3 cup fresh dill, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold running water to cool the pasta and stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, 2 teaspoons salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Add the pasta, cucumbers, tomatoes, celery, radishes, corn, shallot, parsley and dill. Toss to combine and allow to marinate at room temperature for least 30 minutes or cover and refrigerate up to 8 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature.

Verdera Renren
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or summer BBQs.


Hector Roman Jr
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had! I will definitely be making it again.


Sibusiso Mnguni
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I've never been a fan of pasta salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so fresh and flavorful.


Samantha Kamrath
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover veggies. It's also a really healthy and filling meal.


Egbe Chinoso
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and always turns out delicious.


Razaq Lamidi
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This pasta salad is the perfect summer side dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Akhter Satti
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to customize with different veggies and toppings.


Solomon Sombuka
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This is my new go-to summer dish. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Emmanuel Val
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one changed my mind. It's so fresh and flavorful.


Sudanno Das
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Delicious! I made this for a potluck and everyone loved it.


Zaar Ahmed
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This pasta salad was a hit at my summer BBQ! I added some grilled chicken and avocado, and it was perfect.


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