Description
Enjoy a vibrant and refreshing Greek Pasta Salad, perfect for a light lunch, potluck, or easy dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired dish combines fresh vegetables, tangy feta, and a zesty dressing with perfectly cooked pasta. Simple, versatile, and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pasta (rotini, penne, or your favorite shape)
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek salad dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Transfer the pasta to a large bowl.
- Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion to the bowl with the pasta.
- Incorporate the Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese into the mixture.
- Pour the Greek salad dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and dill before serving.
Notes
- Don’t overcook the pasta; al dente is best for texture.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Adjust the dressing to your preference.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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