Description
Easy Greek Pasta Salad is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish that brings a refreshing burst of flavor to your summer gatherings. This salad features a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, crumbled feta cheese, and al dente pasta, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or as a light lunch, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also healthy and versatile. Whether served as a side or main dish, its delightful taste and eye-catching presentation make it a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy it chilled for the best flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups uncooked pasta
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 small red onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 3 mini cucumbers (chopped)
- 1 cup little tomatoes (halved)
- 5 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon (packed) brown sugar
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and cool under running water.
- In a jar, combine dressing ingredients: red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, and brown sugar. Shake well.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and feta cheese. Pour dressing over the top and toss gently to coat.
- Chill for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg