Creamy Greek Style Pasta Salad
Creamy Greek Style Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the best Mediterranean flavors with a luscious creamy twist. This easy-to-make recipe features tender penne pasta tossed in a tangy, velvety dressing made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. Crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese bring layers of texture and flavor, while a sprinkle of dried oregano and fresh parsley adds a classic herby aroma. Perfectly chilled for a hot day, this wholesome pasta salad is an ideal choice for picnics, potlucks, or as a light main course. Bursting with vibrant ingredients, it's a quick, crowd-pleasing side dish that celebrates the essence of Greek-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g penne pasta
- 200 g Greek yogurt
- 50 g mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 150 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 50 g kalamata olives, sliced
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
- 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the bowl with the dressing and toss to coat evenly.
Gently fold in the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced kalamata olives, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top, then toss lightly to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if desired.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold as a side dish or a light main course, garnished with additional parsley or feta if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.1 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 3232 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 261.2 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 67.9 g | 136% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 725 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1616 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
