Description
This refreshing Cold Greek Pasta Salad is loaded with Mediterranean flavors, featuring tender pasta, crunchy vegetables, and creamy feta cheese, making it the perfect dish for summer gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (any shape you prefer)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 bell pepper (diced (red or yellow))
- 1/2 cup black olives (sliced)
- 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin)
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced bell pepper, sliced black olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable and feta mixture. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to add other ingredients such as artichoke hearts or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- This dish is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a side dish for grilled meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 10
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