Penne with Cucumbers Tomatoes and Feta Cheese Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Penne with Cucumbers, Tomatoes, and Feta Cheese Salad is the perfect balance of hearty and healthy. Al dente penne pasta forms the base of this satisfying dish, while crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy crumbles of feta cheese add vibrant color and irresistible texture. Tossed in a light homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh parsley, this salad is as simple as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a fantastic option for meal prep, picnics, or a quick weeknight dinner. Serve it chilled for a refreshing twist, and watch as it becomes a go-to favorite that’s both wholesome and satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Penne pasta
- 1 large Cucumber
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 150 grams Feta cheese
- 1 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 9-10 minutes. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to cool it down. Set aside.
While the pasta cooks, dice the cucumber into small, bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely dice the red onion. Chop the parsley finely.
In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked and cooled penne pasta, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced red onion.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss everything gently to combine, ensuring the ingredients are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top for a fresh garnish.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
343 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.2 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 674 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 381 mg | 8% | |
*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.
