Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Name: Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Ingredients: 2/3 c. olive oil; 3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar; 1/2 c. chopped fresh basil; 2 Tbsp. green onion; 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan; 1 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper; 12 oz. rotelle pasta, cooked and drained; 1 each: small red, green and yellow bell pepper, sliced crosswise; 1 medium size tomato; 1/4 c. pitted black olives; 8 oz. Mozzarella, cubed; 1/4 tsp. dried oregano

13 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

2/3 c. olive oil
3 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/2 c. chopped fresh basil
2 Tbsp. green onion
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
12 oz. rotelle pasta, cooked and drained
1 each: small red, green and yellow bell pepper, sliced crosswise
1 medium size tomato
1/4 c. pitted black olives
8 oz. Mozzarella, cubed
1/4 tsp. dried oregano

Directions

1

Process oil, vinegar, 2 tablespoons basil, green onion, Parmesan, salt and pepper in blender or food processor until smooth.
2

Put pasta, bell pepper strips, tomato wedges, nuts and olives in large bowl.
3

Pour in dressing; toss to mix.
4

Roll cheese cubes in remaining 2 tablespoons basil to coat.
5

Add to salad; sprinkle with oregano.
6

Toss lightly.
7

Serve at room temperature. Makes 4 main dish servings.