Ingredients:

  • 16 oz rotini or bow tie pasta
  • 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook for 1 minute less than the package instructions. Drain in a colander and immediately rinse under cold water until the pasta is chilled to the touch.
  2. Dice the cucumbers, peppers, and onions into uniform 1/4-inch pieces. Place all chopped vegetables and the halved cherry tomatoes into a large mixing bowl.
  3. Combine all dressing ingredients (olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper) in a mason jar and shake vigorously until velvety and opaque.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chilled pasta and vegetables. Add the shaved Parmesan and fresh parsley. Fold gently with a spatula until every noodle is glossy and well-coated.