Honey Mustard Pasta Salad Recipe

Simple pasta salad

honey_mustard_pasta_salad I have always been a big fan of pasta. I always enjoy creating simple pasta salad recipes and this one is by far my favourite. Originally made by my mother, I have over the past few made little changes here and there to make it my own. I adore how simple it is to make. What’s more, you can make it ahead and use it for 3-5 days! This Honey Mustard Pasta Salad is the perfect quick lunch to take with you to work or for a hearty dinner on a beautiful summers day. This simple honey mustard pasta salad is one you should not miss out on!

Type of pasta

This has been something I have changed time and time again. The type of pasta realistically does not matter when it comes to this delicious honey mustard pasta salad. However, I tend to stick with 2 varying styles. My go-to pasta is a tricolour fusilli pasta. Not only does this give the salad a beautiful colour, but it’s also super healthy for you too. The second type of pasta I use is a shell-like pasta. What’s great about this pasta is that the sauce and pieces of the vegetables can get stuck inside, thus leaving you with a delicious surprise. Why not experiement with the type of pasta you use and let me know what your favourite one is! Maybe I'll discover a new pasta to use for my honey mustard pasta salad!

Equipment I use

The equipment I use for creating this honey mustard pasta salad is minimal. Naturally, I use a good quality pot to cook my pasta in. I also find it handy to use a pasta strainer that can rest on top of the pot while I’m preparing my other ingredients. A chopping board and sharp knife for preparing my vegetables makes the time go quicker. Finally, a large bowl that I can mix everything together. I always enjoy using my big bowl from my Joseph Joseph set for this! Sometimes I will use 2 if I want to make extra for family and friends (and work). As you can see, the equipment I use should already be items you have in your home!
Servings: 6 yield(s)
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Ingredients
  • 500 g Pasta (Your choice)
  • 250 g Small tomatoes (halved)
  • 250 g Cucumber (Sliced / or one medium cucumber)
  • 100 g Feta (crumbled/blocks)
  • 100 g Grated cheese
  • 3 - 4 Spring onions
  • 2 Celery ribs
  • 125 g Honey mustard sauce (can add more if needed)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Optional
  • 100 g Ham blocks
  • 100 g Grilled chicken strips
  • 100 g Paprika (cubed and/or slices)
Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions with salt. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water. Drizzle a little bit of oil over the pasta and mix to combine. Leave to the side to cool down and start prepping the rest of the ingredients.
  2. Half the tomatoes and put them into the bowl.
  3. Slice the spring onions and place them into the bowl.
  4. Rinse and chop the celery and place them into the bowl alongside the other vegetables.
  5. Transfer the cold pasta into the bowl alongside the other ingredients.
  6. Add the grated cheese and feta on top of the pasta. Pour over the sauce. Mix everything until evenly combined. Add more sauce if needed (I usually do).
  7. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix and refrigerate for a few hours until mixture is chilled.
  8. Add salt and pepper to taste. Mix and refrigerate for a few hours until mixture is chilled.
Recipe Notes

Perfect for mason jars to take to work!