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Greek Pasta Salad

Greek Pasta Salad
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This Greek Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing, and quick-to-make dish combining tender pasta, crisp vegetables, briny Kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, and a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or as a crowd-pleasing side, it offers fresh Mediterranean-inspired flavors with a nutritious and balanced profile.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked pasta (rotini or penne), cooled
  • 1 medium cucumber, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, roughly chopped

Dressing Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil your chosen pasta until al dente according to the package instructions. Drain well and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and cool the pasta for the salad.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables and Herbs: While the pasta cooks, chop the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and roughly chop the fresh parsley. These fresh ingredients add crispness, color, and flavor to the salad.
  3. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined. This dressing provides a zesty and fragrant base that ties all ingredients together.
  4. Combine Everything: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta, and parsley. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly, being careful not to break up the feta too much.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold or at room temperature for a refreshing and satisfying Mediterranean-inspired dish.

Notes

  • Use quality, authentic Greek feta for tangier and creamier flavor.
  • Do not overcook the pasta; al dente texture prevents sogginess.
  • This salad tastes better after resting for a few hours, so prepare in advance if possible.
  • Chill olive oil and lemon juice before mixing the dressing to maintain freshness.
  • Adjust seasoning right before serving by tasting and adding salt or lemon juice as needed.

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Keywords: Greek pasta salad, Mediterranean salad, healthy pasta salad, feta pasta salad, quick salad, vegetarian salad

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