Description

Indulge in Dirty Martini Pasta Salad, a unique dish that blends cocktail flavors for a refreshing twist. Perfect for gatherings or solo enjoyment! (154 chars)

Ingredients

Scale

8 ounces of pasta (rotini or penne)

1 cup green olives, pitted and sliced

1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/4 cup red onion, finely diced

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin)

2 tablespoons dry vermouth

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.

Prep the Veggies: Slice the olives, halve the cherry tomatoes, and dice the red onion.

Make the Dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, dry vermouth, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste.

Combine Everything: In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, olives, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.

Chill Out: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Serve and Enjoy: Adjust seasoning before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

A delightful pasta salad inspired by the classic dirty martini, featuring briny olives, a hint of vermouth, and fresh herbs. Perfect for summer picnics and BBQs!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 300
Sugar: 2g
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g

Keywords: Dirty Martini Pasta Salad, Summer Salad, Pasta Salad Recipe, Picnic Recipe, Cocktail Inspired Dish