Recipe: Appetizing Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1)

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Ingredients of Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1)

1. It's of Dressing.
2. It's 2 Tbsp of Dijon Mustard.
3. It's 1 of Lemon (Juice).
4. You need 1/2 Cup of Red Wine Vinegar.
5. It's 1/2-2/3 Cup of Olive Oil.
6. You need 4 Cloves of Garlic (Minced).
7. You need 6 Tbsp of Fresh Parsley (Chopped).
8. It's 3-4 tsp of Dried Oregano.
9. Prepare of Salt (To Taste).
10. You need of Pepper (To Taste).
11. You need 1 tsp of Sugar (Optional).
12. It's of Salad.
13. You need 1 lb of Rotini Pasta.
14. Prepare 8 oz of Feta Cheese.
15. It's 2 Cups of Large Black Olives (Halved or Sliced).
16. It's 1 Cup of Carrots (Julienned).
17. You need 1-2 Cup of Roma Tomatoes (Diced).
18. It's 1 Cup of Broccoli Florets (Cut in small pieces)(Blanched 2 Mins).
19. It's 1 Cup of Cauliflower Florets (Cut in small pieces)(Blanched 2 Mins).
20. Prepare 1/2 Cup of Freshly Grated Parmesan (Optional).

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Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1) instructions

1. Prepare Pasta according to package directions. Shock or Rinse in Cold Water to stop cooking. Set aside..
2. Mix all Dressing Ingredients in a medium bowl, except the Olive Oil. Pour Olive Oil in while stirring constantly, until consistency is right. Set aside..
3. Prepare and Cut all Vegetables. When cutting the Tomatoes, remember to scoop out the seeds and juice, before dicing. Bring a Large Pot of Salted Water to a boil. Add Broccoli and Cauliflower Florets. Cook for Two Minutes. Strain and Shock in Cold Water. Drain and Set Aside..
4. Pour Dressing in a Large Mixing Bowl. Add all Ingredients except Pasta. Stir. Add Pasta. Fold all Ingredients together. Taste for seasoning. If using Freshly Grated Parmesan, add it now. Mix everything again..
5. Cover and Refrigerate for at least 1 Hour. Best if chilled for Several Hours. Enjoy!.

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