Description
Embrace the flavors of autumn with this Scrumptious Autumn Harvest Fall Pasta Salad. Made with a variety of seasonal vegetables, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
– 8 oz. fusilli pasta
– 1 cup diced butternut squash
– 1 cup diced apples
– 1 cup diced red onion
– 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
– 1/2 cup chopped pecans
– 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
– 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
– 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
– 1 tsp honey
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. 1. Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. 2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced butternut squash, diced apples, diced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, chopped pecans, chopped parsley, and chopped thyme.
3. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. 4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat.
5. 5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For a heartier meal, you can add grilled chicken or shrimp to the pasta salad. The salad can also be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: American