Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until it reaches al dente, typically around 8–10 minutes. Drain the cooked pasta in a colander and rinse it under cold water to halt the cooking process and cool it down.

While the pasta is cooking, grab a cutting board and chop your chosen fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Set your vegetables aside.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, and creamy mozzarella chunks. Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula.

In a separate bowl, whisk together your zesty dressing ingredients, including olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and herbs. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture.

Gently toss all the ingredients together until well-coated in the dressing. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes.

After chilling, give the salad a gentle toss again before serving.