Greek Pasta Salad I

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Pasta Salad is the perfect crowd-pleaser for any gathering or a quick weeknight meal. Al dente rotini or penne serve as the base, tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, briny kalamata olives, and tangy crumbled feta cheese. A zesty homemade dressing made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano ties it all together, offering a refreshing, vibrant taste with every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful salad is an easy-to-make, make-ahead dish that’s perfect served chilled or at room temperature. Whether you’re meal-prepping, packing a picnic, or looking for a light yet satisfying side, this Greek-inspired pasta salad delivers big on flavor without the fuss.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta (rotini or penne)
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 0.5 red onion, finely sliced
• 0.75 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 0.75 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

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

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 and feta cheese.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss well to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. For added brightness, sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 7

Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1299.2 grams (1299.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1985

Total Fat 134.40g	172%
Saturated Fat 39.40g	197%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 150mg	50%
Sodium 5932mg	258%
Total Carbohydrate 148.30g	54%
Dietary Fiber 21.20g	76%
Total Sugars 19.30g
Protein 51.90g	104%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1072mg	82%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1469mg	31%

*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: 60.2%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 29.5%