Italian Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• •400 g Pasta
• •200 g Cherry tomatoes
• •200 g Mozzarella
• •100 g Olives
• •120 ml Italian dressing
• •1 to taste Basil

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook 1 lb short pasta until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.

   💡 Cold rinse prevents pasta from becoming mushy.

2. 2

   Combine pasta with tomatoes, mozzarella, olives, and pepperoncini.

   💡 Add vegetables while pasta is still slightly warm.

3. 3

   Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano. Pour over pasta.

   💡 Emulsify dressing well so it coats evenly.

4. 4

   Toss well, add fresh basil. Refrigerate 30 minutes before serving.

   💡 Letting it marinate allows flavors to meld.

5. 5

   Add liquids and simmer for 10-15 minutes.

   💡 Low and slow yields tender results.

6. 6

   Adjust seasoning and serve hot.

   💡 Taste and adjust salt last.