Hot Honey Pasta Salad (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dressing Ingredients
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¾ cup light olive oil
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⅓ cup honey
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¼ cup lemon juice
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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1 tablespoon dried thyme
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1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
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1½ teaspoon garlic powder
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1½ teaspoon onion powder
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¾ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon pepper
→ Pasta Salad Ingredients
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1 pound medium size pasta, bowtie or penne
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2 cups cherry tomatoes
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8 ounces mozzarella pearls, fully drained
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4 ounces mini pepperoni slices
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1½ cups baby arugula
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½ cup fresh basil
# Instructions:
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Boil pasta until tender according to instructions on the package. Once cooked, drain and briefly rinse with cool water.
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While the pasta is cooking, add the dressing ingredients to the bottom of a large bowl. Whisk until well combined.
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Once the pasta is drained and lightly rinsed, add it to the bowl of dressing. Stir together until each piece is well coated.
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Add the cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, mini pepperoni slices, baby arugula, and fresh basil to the dressing-coated pasta. Stir until everything is evenly combined.
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The salad can be served immediately but tastes best when refrigerated for at least two hours before serving.
# Notes:
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Choose a large enough bowl to make stirring easier.
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Do not add any fresh ingredients to the warm pasta; ensure the pasta is completely cooled.
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Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.