{"id":312480,"date":"2025-03-18T18:29:12","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T11:29:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=312480"},"modified":"2026-04-03T15:32:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T08:32:43","slug":"cold-pasta-salad-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/cold-pasta-salad-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"9+ Irresistibly Delicious Homemade Cold Pasta Salad Recipes You&#8217;ll Want to Make for Every Gathering"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Summer gatherings call for vibrant flavors and refreshing dishes, and what could be better than a chilled pasta salad? These delightful recipes burst with color and taste, making them perfect for picnics or backyard parties. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these easy-to-make pasta salads that are sure to become favorites!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/cold-pasta-salad-recipes\/#Italian_Garden_Pasta_Salad\" >Italian Garden Pasta Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/cold-pasta-salad-recipes\/#Classic_Greek_Pasta_Salad\" >Classic Greek Pasta Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/cold-pasta-salad-recipes\/#Southwestern_Pasta_Salad\" >Southwestern Pasta Salad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/cold-pasta-salad-recipes\/#Asian_Sesame_Noodle_Salad\" >Asian Sesame Noodle Salad<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Italian_Garden_Pasta_Salad\"><\/span>Italian Garden Pasta Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5710170\/pexels-photo-5710170.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Italian Garden Pasta Salad\" title=\"Italian Garden Pasta Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Sam Lion on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/crop-person-eating-pasta-in-restaurant-5710170\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightYellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/garden-pasta-salad-1741641986.jpg\" alt=\"Garden Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/11883\/garden-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Garden Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.4. Ingredients: Tri color rotini, salad dressing, green bell pepper, parmesan cheese, tomatoes Total Time: 1 hr 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:RosyBrown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/italian-pasta-salad-recipe-1741641987.jpg\" alt=\"Italian Pasta Salad Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themediterraneandish.com\/italian-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Italian Pasta Salad Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from The Mediterranean Dish<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: Pasta, marinated artichoke hearts, white wine vinegar, mozzarella cheese balls, cherry tomatoes Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Tan\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/italian-pasta-salad-1741641987.jpg\" alt=\"Italian Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spendwithpennies.com\/italian-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Italian Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Spend With Pennies<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: Salami, bell pepper, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, black olives Total Time: 2 hr 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This pasta salad is a celebration of fresh vegetables and zesty Italian flavors. Using al dente pasta tossed with a variety of crunchy veggies, this dish is dressed in a tangy vinaigrette that brings everything together beautifully.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 oz rotini or fusilli pasta<\/li>\n<li>1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n<li>1 cucumber, diced<\/li>\n<li>1 bell pepper, diced<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 red onion, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 cup mozzarella balls<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup black olives, sliced<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup fresh basil, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup olive oil<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp red wine vinegar<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This salad stands out because it\u2019s not only colorful but also incredibly versatile. You can swap in your favorite veggies or add protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas to make it heartier. Plus, it\u2019s a make-ahead dish that tastes even better after the flavors meld for a few hours in the fridge!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/15-minute-italian-summer-garden-pasta-1741642005.jpg\" alt=\"15 Minute Italian Summer Garden Pasta\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7ulkrj1LRcc\" target=\"_blank\">15 Minute Italian Summer Garden Pasta<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/classic-italian-pasta-salad-vegetarian-1741642006.jpg\" alt=\"Classic Italian Pasta Salad (Vegetarian)\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mightymrs.com\/classic-italian-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Classic Italian Pasta Salad (Vegetarian)<\/a><br \/><small>(mightymrs.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/summer-italian-pasta-salad-the-one-ingredient-i-always-use-1741642006.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Italian Pasta Salad: The One Ingredient I Always Use\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Yo6UfqIUC1s\" target=\"_blank\">Summer Italian Pasta Salad: The One Ingredient I Always Use<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classic_Greek_Pasta_Salad\"><\/span>Classic Greek Pasta Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/13983276\/pexels-photo-13983276.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Classic Greek Pasta Salad\" title=\"Classic Greek Pasta Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Marios Gkortsilas on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/sliced-bread-on-brown-wooden-chopping-board-13983276\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SandyBrown\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/easy-greek-pasta-salad-1741641990.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Greek Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spendwithpennies.com\/easy-greek-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Greek Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Spend With Pennies<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9. Ingredients: 16 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SkyBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/greek-pasta-salad-1741641991.jpg\" alt=\"Greek Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplyrecipes.com\/recipes\/greek_pasta_salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Greek Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Simply Recipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.8. Ingredients: 30 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/greek-pasta-salad-1741641991-1.jpg\" alt=\"Greek Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/176650\/greek-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Greek Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7. Ingredients: 3 \u0447 30 \u043c\u0438\u043d <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Transport yourself to the Mediterranean with this refreshing Greek pasta salad that\u2019s bursting with bold flavors. The combination of tangy feta, juicy olives, and crisp cucumbers creates a delightful contrast that will leave your taste buds dancing.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 oz penne pasta<\/li>\n<li>1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n<li>1 cucumber, diced<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 red onion, diced<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced<\/li>\n<li>1 cup feta cheese, crumbled<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup olive oil<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp red wine vinegar<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp dried oregano<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This salad is not only simple to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. The feta adds a creamy texture that perfectly complements the crunchy vegetables. Serve it chilled, and you\u2019ll have a refreshing dish that\u2019s perfect for those warm summer days!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/the-ultimate-fresh-greek-pasta-salad-easy-delicious-1741642009.jpg\" alt=\"The Ultimate Fresh Greek Pasta Salad | Easy &amp; Delicious!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7GhSi9VG9dw\" target=\"_blank\">The Ultimate Fresh Greek Pasta Salad | Easy &amp; Delicious!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/greek-pasta-salad-easy-healthy-recipe-1741642009.jpg\" alt=\"GREEK PASTA SALAD | easy, healthy recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=nAiyDUDMudU\" target=\"_blank\">GREEK PASTA SALAD | easy, healthy recipe<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/pasta-salad-my-favorite-greek-pasta-salad-recipe-1741642010.jpg\" alt=\"Pasta Salad (My favorite Greek Pasta Salad Recipe ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=8OIDpr9F0Mo&#038;pp=ygUJI2dyZWVrc2Fs\" target=\"_blank\">Pasta Salad (My favorite Greek Pasta Salad Recipe &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Southwestern_Pasta_Salad\"><\/span>Southwestern Pasta Salad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/3184183\/pexels-photo-3184183.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Southwestern Pasta Salad\" title=\"Southwestern Pasta Salad\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by fauxels on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/group-of-people-making-toast-3184183\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightSteelBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/southwestern-pasta-salad-1741641994.jpg\" alt=\"Southwestern Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/26297\/southwestern-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Southwestern Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5. Ingredients: 30 min Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Turquoise\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/southwestern-pasta-salad-1741641994-1.jpg\" alt=\"Southwestern Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/lmld.org\/southwest-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Southwestern Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Like Mother, Like Daughter<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 18 min Total Time: 18 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BurlyWood\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/southwest-pasta-salad-1741641994.jpg\" alt=\"Southwest Pasta Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ourbestbites.com\/southwest-pasta-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Southwest Pasta Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Our Best Bites<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 5, 0(3) <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Bring a little spice to your gathering with this Southwestern-inspired pasta salad. Packed with bold flavors from zesty lime, fresh cilantro, and a hint of spice, this dish is a fiesta for your taste buds!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 oz bow tie pasta<\/li>\n<li>1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved<\/li>\n<li>1 can black beans, rinsed and drained<\/li>\n<li>1 cup corn, frozen or canned<\/li>\n<li>1 bell pepper, diced<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 red onion, diced<\/li>\n<li>1 avocado, diced<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup olive oil<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp lime juice<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp cumin<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This pasta salad is special because it combines the best of summer flavors with a kick! The black beans and corn add a hearty texture, while the lime juice and cilantro brighten everything up. 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Ingredients: 20 min Total Time: 20 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Cornsilk\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/sesame-noodle-salad-1741642001.jpg\" alt=\"Sesame Noodle Salad\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/iowagirleats.com\/sesame-noodle-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sesame Noodle Salad<\/a><\/strong> from Iowa Girl Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5. Ingredients: 25 min Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:RoyalBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/sesame-noodle-salad-recipe-1741642001.jpg\" alt=\"Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/inquiringchef.com\/sesame-noodle-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sesame Noodle Salad Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Inquiring Chef<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.2. Ingredients: 15 min Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This vibrant Asian-inspired pasta salad is full of crunchy vegetables and tossed in a savory sesame dressing. The combination of flavors, including soy sauce and ginger, creates a refreshing dish that\u2019s perfect for any occasion.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8 oz spaghetti or rice noodles<\/li>\n<li>1 cup snap peas, trimmed<\/li>\n<li>1 bell pepper, thinly sliced<\/li>\n<li>2 carrots, shredded<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup green onions, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup sesame seeds<\/li>\n<li>1\/4 cup soy sauce<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp sesame oil<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp rice vinegar<\/li>\n<li>1 tsp ginger, minced<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This salad is a hit because it\u2019s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients from the colorful veggies. The sesame dressing has a nutty flavor that perfectly complements the noodles and veggies. Enjoy it as a light meal or serve it as a side dish at your next barbecue!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elevate your gatherings with these four irresistible homemade cold pasta salad recipes that promise to impress your guests and keep them coming back for seconds.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":558785,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[578,4266,7545,4257,4190,861,937],"internal_tag":[24707,24706,24705],"class_list":["post-312480","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-salads","tag-culinary-creations","tag-gathering-foods","tag-homemade-cold-pasta","tag-pasta-salad-recipes","tag-pasta-salads","tag-salad-recipes","tag-summer-dishes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/312480","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=312480"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/312480\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":552965,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/312480\/revisions\/552965"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/558785"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=312480"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=312480"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=312480"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=312480"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}