La Madeleine Pasta Salad Recipe
Indulge in the flavors of La Madeleine Pasta Salad - a delightful medley of tender pasta, crisp vegetables, and zesty vinaigrette dressing, creating a mouthwatering fusion of tastes in every bite.
Servings 8
Calories 250kcal
Equipment
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Serving bowl
Ingredients
For the salad
- 8 ounces farfalle pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the vinaigrette
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Follow package directions to cook the farfalle pasta until al dente. Proceed to drain and then rinse it under cold water to cool the pasta down.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, red onion, and fresh parsley.
- In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Add the cooled farfalle pasta to the salad mixture and toss again until all the ingredients are well coated.
- Chill the covered bowl for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
- Before serving, give the salad a final toss and, if needed, adjust the seasoning to achieve the perfect taste.
- Transfer the La Madeleine Pasta Salad to a serving bowl and garnish with additional parsley if desired.