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Bruschetta Pasta Salad
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Bruschetta Pasta Salad Recipe

Bruschetta pasta salad is a fresh pasta salad that is loaded with incredible flavor. Tender pasta, grated parmesan, basil, tomatoes in this pasta salad. Dare I say this is the best cold pasta salad? Give this easy summer side dish recipe a try today.
Course Side Dishes
Cuisine Italian
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 6 -8 servings
Author Kelsey

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked pasta
  • 1 - 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion optional
  • 1/2 cup basil loosely packed
  • Parmesan cheese to taste

Instructions

  • Start by cooking your pasta as directed on the box. You are welcome to use whatever pasta you would prefer.
  • While the pasta is cooking, cut up your basil, tomatoes, and onions. If you are using fresh garlic, go ahead and mince it.
  • Once the pasta is done, drain and then toss in the Balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Toss the pasta and then taste. Add more or less of each to fit your preference.
  • Add in the garlic, tomatoes, onions, and basil. Stir and then top with parmesan cheese.
  • Serve up this Bruschetta pasta salad warm or refrigerate it and store it cold.

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Notes

You can use any type of pasta you would like.
Skip the onion if you would like.
Feel free to use fresh mozzarella, goat cheese, etc to change up from parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g