Description
This Easy Greek Pasta Salad is a refreshing delight, perfect for summer gatherings, BBQs, or potlucks. Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, this salad features colorful vegetables and crumbled feta cheese, making it not only a tasty option but also visually appealing. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious dish that’s perfect as a side or main course. Customize it to your liking by swapping in your favorite vegetables or adjusting the dressing to suit your taste. Enjoy this healthy and satisfying meal that incorporates wholesome ingredients and fresh flavors!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups uncooked pasta
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 small red onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 3 mini cucumbers (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 5 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta al dente according to package instructions. Drain and cool under running water until cold.
- While the pasta cooks, prepare the dressing by combining olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, fresh parsley, dried oregano, and brown sugar in a jar. Shake until well blended.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta with chopped vegetables and crumbled feta cheese. Toss gently.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and season with salt and pepper as desired. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg