- 1 LB Pasta cooked (al dente) according to package
- 1 Cup Mixed olives, pitted
- 2 Fresh arugula (optional)
- 1/2 Cup Fresh parsley leaves, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 Of a red onion, minced
- 4 oz Crumbled feta
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 Cucumbers, diced (or more if desired)
- 1 Cup Hard salami, diced (optional)
- Mediterranean Dressing
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
Whisk together the dressing ingredients in the bottom of a large salad bowl.
In the same bowl, toss the cooked (and cooled) pasta, olives, arugula**, parsley, red onion, cherry tomatoes, feta, cucumber, and salami (if using) with the homemade Italian dressing. Serve immediately, or allow to chill in the refrigerator.
**If making ahead, omit arugula and add it right before serving.
Recipe from The Modern Proper
