Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing Greek Pasta Salad. Bursting with fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and savory olives, this salad is a delightful addition to any meal. Whether you’re packing it for lunch, serving it at a barbecue, or enjoying it as a light dinner, its quick preparation time makes it perfect for busy days. The combination of crisp ingredients and zesty dressing creates a deliciously satisfying dish that everyone will love. Plus, it’s make-ahead friendly, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully when chilled. Enjoy this nutritious and colorful salad that brings a taste of summer to your table all year round!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked pasta (rotini or penne)
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¾ cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of half a lemon
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss until evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg