Tangy, garlicky, peppery pasta salad stays fresh for days making it perfect for lunches throughout the week or for an easy make-ahead dinner.
Prep Time20 minutesmins
Total Time20 minutesmins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8servings
Calories: 210kcal
Ingredients
8ouncesbowtie pasta
1/2very small red onionthinly sliced and cut into 1-inch pieces, about 1/4 cup
3large cloves garlicminced
6tablespoonsolive oil
1/4cupred wine vinegar
1teaspoonkosher salt
1teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
4cupsbaby spinach
2cupsgrape tomatoeshalved
grated fresh Parmesanoptional
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil along with 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain, but do not rinse the pasta.
While the pasta is cooking, place the onions and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Add the olive oil and vinegar to cover the onions. When the pasta has been drained, add it to the mixing bowl and toss well. Add the tomatoes and spinach.
Toss everything together to mix well and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Taste the salad and add more salt and pepper, as needed. Sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired. Enjoy!