Refreshing Summer Pasta Salad

1Cook the pasta shells (8 oz) according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.

2In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta shells (8 oz), cherry tomatoes, (1 cup) cucumber (½), red onion, (¼) black olives, (½ cup) and fresh basil (¼ cup).

3Add the crumbled feta cheese (¼ cup) to the bowl.

4Pour the balsamic vinaigrette dressing (⅓ cup) over the ingredients in the bowl and gently toss to coat everything evenly.

5Chill the pasta salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

6Serve the refreshing summer pasta salad chilled and enjoy!