Aegean Pasta Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, Aegean Pasta Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. This quick and easy recipe combines tender fusilli pasta with vibrant cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, zesty red onion, and briny Kalamata olives, all tied together with a tangy homemade lemon-oregano dressing. Creamy crumbled feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley elevate this salad into a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. With just 15 minutes of prep and minimal cooking, this chilled pasta salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a light main dish. Serve it cold or at room temperature to enjoy the bold flavors of the Aegean coast in every bite. Keywords: Mediterranean pasta salad, Aegean recipe, fusilli salad, feta cheese salad.
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Ingredients
- 250 g fusilli pasta (or any short pasta)
- 200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 100 g pitted Kalamata olives, halved
- 150 g feta cheese, crumbled
- 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
- 30 ml fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fusilli pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and parsley.
Step 4
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 5
Add the crumbled feta cheese on top and lightly fold it in, being careful not to break up the cheese too much.
Step 6
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 7
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Serve the Aegean Pasta Salad chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or a light main meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1071.9 grams (1071.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2064 |
| Total Fat 113.20g | 145% |
| Saturated Fat 32.50g | 163% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 125mg | 42% |
| Sodium 4394mg | 191% |
| Total Carbohydrate 217.70g | 79% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.20g | 65% |
| Total Sugars 19.90g | |
| Protein 56.70g | 113% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 918mg | 71% |
| Iron 10mg | 54% |
| Potassium 1529mg | 33% |
Source of Calories