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Pasta House Salad Recipe

Pasta House Salad Recipe

Make the best Pasta House Salad Recipe at home with simple ingredients, authentic dressing, and easy steps for a fresh, delicious side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked pasta cooled
  • 3 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
  • ½ cup red onion finely sliced
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup of sliced cucumber
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • Strainer
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step 1: Cook the Pasta
  1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and keep the texture firm.
    Pasta House Salad Recipe Step 1 Cook the Pasta
Step 2: Prepare Vegetables
  1. Chop lettuce, slice onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes evenly to ensure consistent texture and flavor distribution throughout the salad.
    Pasta House Salad Recipe Step 2 Prepare Vegetables
Step 3: Make the Dressing
  1. Whisk olive oil, vinegar, sugar, and seasonings until well combined, creating a smooth and flavorful pasta house salad dressing.
    Pasta House Salad Recipe Step 3 Make the Dressing
Step 4: Combine Everything
  1. In a large bowl, mix pasta, vegetables, and dressing until evenly coated, ensuring all ingredients absorb the flavors properly.
    Pasta House Salad Recipe Step 4 Combine Everything
Step 5: Chill and Serve
  1. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to enhance taste and give a refreshing, authentic st louis pasta house salad recipe experience.
    Pasta House Salad Recipe Step 5 Chill and Serve

Notes

Chilling the salad before serving greatly enhances the flavor and gives it a true restaurant-style taste.