Mediterranean Fusilli Pasta Salad

Elevate your lunch or dinner routine with this vibrant Mediterranean Fusilli Pasta Salad, a refreshing combination of al dente pasta, crisp vegetables, briny kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing featuring extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic herbs like parsley and oregano, this pasta salad is bursting with bold, Mediterranean flavors. Perfect as a light main dish or a crowd-pleasing side, it comes together effortlessly in just 25 minutes and can be made ahead for convenience. Serve chilled and garnish with extra feta or parsley for a dish that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or prepping a quick weeknight meal, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 340 grams fusilli pasta
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 100 grams kalamata olives
• 1 small red onion
• 150 grams feta cheese
• 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 30 ml lemon juice
• 15 grams fresh parsley
• 5 grams fresh oregano
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

While the pasta cools, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion. Roughly chop the fresh parsley and oregano. If necessary, pit the kalamata olives and slice them in half.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly. Be careful not to break apart the feta too much.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.

Step 7

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Garnish with additional chopped parsley or a sprinkle of feta cheese before serving. Enjoy your Mediterranean Fusilli Pasta Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1420.2 grams (1420.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2509

Total Fat 121.80g	156%
Saturated Fat 32.60g	163%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 5391mg	234%
Total Carbohydrate 298.00g	108%
Dietary Fiber 26.00g	93%
Total Sugars 24.30g
Protein 69.10g	138%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1134mg	87%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 2073mg	44%

*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: 42.7%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 46.5%