Food & Cooking Recipes Salad Recipes Herbed Pasta Salad 3.3 (45) 8 Reviews By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on August 18, 2020 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings: 8 This simple pasta salad gets loads of flavor from garlic-infused olive oil and fresh herbs. Ingredients Coarse salt and ground pepper 1 ½ pounds orecchiette, or other short pasta ⅓ cup olive oil 4 garlic cloves, sliced 1 cup chopped fresh basil leaves ½ cup chopped fresh parsley leaves Directions In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and rinse pasta under cold water; leave in colander and set aside. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat oil and garlic over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until garlic is fragrant and sizzling, about 1 minute. Remove from heat; let stand 10 minutes. Pour garlic oil through a sieve into a large bowl; discard garlic. Add pasta and herbs to oil. Season generously with salt and pepper; toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, chilled or at room temperature. Cook's Notes Salad may be made up to 2 days in advance; before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Rate it Print