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Greek Pasta Salad: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

– 8 ounces of pasta (fusilli, penne, or rotini)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– ½ red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
– ½ cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 tablespoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

Creating Greek Pasta Salad is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to make this amazing dish:

1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
3. Add the Olives and Feta: Incorporate the Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese into the bowl with the vegetables.
4. Whisk the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Combine Ingredients: Once the pasta is cool, add it to the bowl with the vegetables and cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
6. Garnish: Add the chopped parsley for a fresh touch and mix lightly.
7. Taste and Adjust: Sample the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.
8. Chill (Optional): If time allows, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
9. Serve: Transfer the salad to a serving dish or bowl and enjoy!

By following these steps, you’ll create a delicious Greek Pasta Salad that everyone will love!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 12g