Zucchini Pasta Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
this delicious pasta salad has the great flavors of balsamic and mint along with zucchini for a fresh taste, it can also be served hot. Add chicken or shrimp for a fun meal.
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta cooked to package directions (I used large elbows)
- 1 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons red onion diced
- 1 tablespoon basil chopped
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette or oil and balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese or Parmesan
- pinch dry oregano
- fresh mint
Instructions
- While the pasta is cooking, slice the zucchini into quarters, then slice them so you have "triangle" pieces.
- Mix the dressing of a balsamic vinaigrette (or mix oil and balsamic vinegar) with dijon mustard, add a pinch of dry oregano, salt, and pepper.
- When pasta is done, rice in cold water until pasta is cold.
- Allow pasta to drain well, then toss with dressing, then add in the zucchini and onion.
- Refrigerate until all chilled, add more balsamic vinegar so it's not dry, mix well.
- Top with diced fresh mint and grated cheese and serve.