Greek Pasta Salad I
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Pasta Salad is the perfect crowd-pleaser for any gathering or a quick weeknight meal. Al dente rotini or penne serve as the base, tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny kalamata olives, and tangy crumbled feta cheese. A zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano ties it all together, offering a refreshing, vibrant taste with every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful salad is an easy-to-make, make-ahead dish that’s perfect served chilled or at room temperature. Whether you’re meal-prepping, packing a picnic, or looking for a light yet satisfying side, this Greek-inspired pasta salad delivers big on flavor without the fuss.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz pasta (rotini or penne)
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 0.5 red onion, finely sliced
- 0.75 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 0.75 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetables and feta cheese.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss well to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. For added brightness, sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1985 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.4 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.4 g | 197% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 5932 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.3 g | ||
| Protein | 51.9 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1072 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1469 mg | 31% | |
*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.
