My Big Fat Greek Pasta Salad
Bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, My Big Fat Greek Pasta Salad is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light yet satisfying meal. Featuring al dente penne pasta tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, crunchy red bell pepper, zesty red onion, savory Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, this salad packs a colorful punch in every bite. The homemade Greek dressing—a tangy blend of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, and oregano—ties it all together, creating a refreshing and flavorful medley. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe is a must-try for fans of Mediterranean cuisine or anyone looking for a healthy and delicious pasta salad. Serve it chilled for best results and let the bold flavors transport you straight to the sun-drenched coasts of Greece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 grams Penne pasta
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium-sized Cucumber
- 1 large Red bell pepper
- 1 small Red onion
- 120 grams Kalamata olives
- 200 grams Feta cheese
- 60 ml Extra virgin olive oil
- 30 ml Lemon juice
- 15 ml Red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
Halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel and dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Dice the red bell pepper and thinly slice the red onion. Add all the vegetables to a large mixing bowl.
Slice the Kalamata olives in half and crumble the feta cheese. Add these to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Add the cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve cold and enjoy your Big Fat Greek Pasta Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.6 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.9 g | 194% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 6191 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 387.2 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.7 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 91.7 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1253 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 24.8 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 2493 mg | 53% | |
*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.
