Quick Pasta Salad
6 servings
15 minutes
Instant pasta salad is a simple yet exquisite dish of Italian cuisine. Its origin is linked to the tradition of quick and hearty meals, where pasta becomes not only a main dish but also a refreshing salad. The taste of this salad is a harmony of tender pasta, crunchy celery freshness, and juicy tomatoes, complemented by rich creamy mayonnaise and aromatic Italian dressing. The dish is perfect for a light dinner or as a side at a picnic. It cooks quickly while retaining the sophistication of Italian flavors. Chilled pasta absorbs the dressing's aromas, creating a unique texture and rich taste. This salad can be served as a standalone dish or as an accompaniment to meat or fish.
1
First, take a large pot, fill it with water, lightly salt it, and bring it to a boil. Add the pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente (until the pasta has a slightly firm texture).
- Pasta: 225 g
- Salt: to taste
2
Then, when the pasta is ready, drain the water from the pot and place the pasta in a large bowl. Add chopped celery and tomato. In a separate bowl, whisk together the salad dressing and mayonnaise; cover the pasta with the mixture and stir.
- Celery stalk: 1 stem
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Mayonnaise: 90 g
- Italian dressing: 0.5 glass
3
In the final stage, cover a large bowl with a lid and let the pasta cool before serving.
