Ingredients:
- 16 oz rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 8 oz jarred roasted red peppers, drained
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 cup yellow bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 cup orange bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook for 2 minutes less than the package directions to ensure an al dente texture.
- Drain the pasta and immediately toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking. Allow the pasta to cool for 10 minutes.
- In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the drained roasted red peppers, apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons of olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Process until the mixture is velvety and smooth.
- In an extra-large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the diced red, yellow, and orange bell peppers and the finely diced red onion.
- Pour the roasted red pepper dressing over the pasta mixture and fold gently with a spatula until evenly coated.
- Stir in the fresh parsley and crumbled feta cheese.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour to allow flavors to infuse before serving.