Pasta Salad Zesty Mediterranean-Inspired Pasta Salad with Fresh Veggies and Herbed Vinaigrette Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) rotini or penne pasta 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cucumber, diced 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Cook the pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until well coated. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #pastasalad #mediterraneanflavors #freshsalads #easymeals #fetaandveggies #quicklunch #makeaheadmeals #healthyrecipes #coldpasta #summerdishes #vegetarianfriendly #saladseason #mealprepideas #bbqside #partyfood #flavorfulsalads #pastaandveggies #lightlunch #refreshingsalad #easyentertaining This Zesty Mediterranean Pasta Salad is your new go-to side for summer BBQs and picnics! 🥒🍅🧅 So fresh, flavorful, and easy to make!

Best Red Chimichurri Sauce Smoky Red Chimichurri with Roasted Peppers and Herbs Ingredients: 1 roasted red bell pepper, peeled and seeded 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh oregano leaves (or 1 tbsp dried) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 small shallot, chopped 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1/2 cup olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste Directions: Add roasted red pepper, parsley, oregano, garlic, shallot, red pepper flakes, paprika, vinegar, and lemon juice to a food processor or blender. Pulse until roughly blended but not completely pureed—aim for a chunky texture. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until the sauce emulsifies and thickens slightly. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed. Let sit for 15–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes (for roasting pepper) | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 130 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: ~10 (2-tbsp servings) #chimichurrisauce #redchimichurri #argentinianflavors #saucerecipes #easycondiments #grillingsauce #freshherbs #garlicsauce #redpepperchimichurri #bbqsides #boldflavors #smokysauce #herbsandspice #saucylove #dippingsauce #chimichurriupgrade #homemadesauce #versatilecondiments #tangyandsavory #spicychimichurri Spice up your grill game with this Red Chimichurri Sauce! 🌶️🌿 Packed with herbs, roasted red pepper, and garlic—it’s bold, smoky, and oh-so-addictive!