Description
Greek Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tender pasta, crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light meal on warm days, this salad bursts with flavor and color. It’s not just a side dish; it can easily take center stage at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cellentani or mini penne pasta
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 4 lemons
- 12 oz feta cheese, cubed or crumbled
- 1 English cucumber, chopped
- 11 oz grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, minced
- 1 cup green onions, sliced
- 1 cup Kalamata olives
- Fresh dill and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by combining olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, zest, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, sugar, and oregano in a jar. Shake well to mix.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and toss in the dressing while warm until coated. Let cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta with cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, green onions, olives, and dill. Gently fold in feta cheese.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least four hours to let flavors meld before serving chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added protein, serve alongside grilled chicken or shrimp. Customize by adding your favorite veggies or herbs. Ensure to allow enough chilling time for optimal flavor.