Pasta Salad for a Picnic

Submitted by Chef Decadent1

"My husband and I love to go on nice picnics together. This salad brings back memories of a nice sunny day where we sat along side of a beautiful beach listening to the sounds of the ocean...I hope you enjoy!!!"

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 16
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 16 ounces penne pasta
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 4 ounces provolone cheese
• 1 cup red pepper
• 1⁄2 cup green pepper
• 1⁄4 cup onion
• 1⁄4 cup cucumber
• 1⁄4 cup black olives
• 2⁄3 cup vegetable oil
• 1⁄3 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 garlic clove
• 3 tablespoons fresh basil or 3 teaspoons dried basil
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon onion powder

directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a salad bowl; add tomatoes, cheese ( you can also use feta or swiss if you prefer, peppers, onion and olives.
2. In blender, combine the dressing ingredients.oil etc -- cover and process until blended. Pour over pasta mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until cool.

Reviews

[ChefDebs]

This was a lovely summer pasta salad, i took it to a potluck family reunion, and it was enjoyed by all.