Fettuccine and Feta Salad
Elevate your pasta salad game with this vibrant Fettuccine and Feta Salad, a dish that combines the satisfying bite of al dente fettuccine with the tangy creaminess of crumbled feta cheese. Tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, briny black olives, and zesty red onion, this Mediterranean-inspired pasta salad bursts with fresh, bold flavors. A homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano ties everything together, ensuring every bite is refreshing and flavorful. Perfect as a light main course or a colorful side dish, this salad is quick to prepare, ready in just under 30 minutes, and a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Serve it chilled to allow the vibrant ingredients to truly shine. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or meal-prepping for the week, this Fettuccine and Feta Salad will satisfy every craving!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Fettuccine pasta
- 150 grams Feta cheese, crumbled
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large Cucumber, diced
- 100 grams Black olives, sliced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente, approximately 10-12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled fettuccine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, black olives, red onion, and parsley.
Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Add the crumbled feta cheese and toss lightly to combine, taking care not to break the feta too much.
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.2 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.1 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 865 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 237 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 409 mg | 9% | |
*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.
