Place all the dressing ingredients into a mason jar or sealable container, and shake well to combine.
⅓ cup red wine vinegar, ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 lemon, 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Taste and adjust any vinegar, oil, or seasonings. Set aside.
To Make the Pasta Salad:
Cook the rigatoni noodles according to the package instructions. Drain then rinse with cold water and rinse again.
12 ounces rigatoni
Make sure the noodles are well drained and fairly dry then transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Add the tomatoes, olives, cheese, and onions and stir to combine.
Pour on the dressing, and give everything one more good stir. Transfer the pasta salad to a serving bowl and enjoy!
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Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of ½ cup of pasta salad. Actual calories will vary.*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.*This recipe makes approximately 12 cups of pasta salad.