Greek Pasta Salad

Bright, refreshing, and brimming with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Pasta Salad is the perfect make-ahead dish for any occasion. Featuring a colorful mix of tender pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy red onion, briny kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta, this recipe strikes a delightful balance between texture and taste. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, every bite is infused with bold, vibrant flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes and served chilled, this versatile salad is ideal for picnics, potlucks, or simply as a light, wholesome meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and freshness. Whether you're seeking a side dish or a star attraction, this easy Greek pasta salad is a summertime classic sure to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams pasta (penne, fusilli, or rotini)
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 100 grams kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 150 grams feta cheese, crumbled
• 60 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
• 30 milliliters red wine vinegar
• 15 milliliters lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and kalamata olives.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the pasta and toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 6

Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese, being careful not to break it up too much.

Step 7

Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Step 9

Serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1075.3 grams (1075.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1686

Total Fat 115.30g	148%
Saturated Fat 33.00g	165%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 125mg	42%
Sodium 4117mg	179%
Total Carbohydrate 127.10g	46%
Dietary Fiber 13.60g	49%
Total Sugars 16.40g
Protein 43.80g	88%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 884mg	68%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1210mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.3%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 29.5%