Description
Enjoy a refreshing Easy Greek Pasta Salad that’s brimming with vibrant Mediterranean flavors! This delightful dish is perfect for summer gatherings, BBQs, or potlucks. It’s a quick and nutritious option that combines fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing, making each bite a burst of flavor. With its colorful ingredients and customizable nature, this pasta salad can easily adapt to suit your preferences. Whether served as a side dish or a standalone meal, it’s sure to become a favorite at any table.
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
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons red apple 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 brown sugar
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and cool under running water.
- In a jar, combine the dressing ingredients: vinegar, olive oil, mustard, garlic, parsley, oregano, brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Shake well to mix.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and olives. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to combine.
- Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg