Description
A vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean Pasta Salad, bursting with fresh vegetables and creamy feta, perfect for sunny picnics or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the cooled pasta with halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley.
- Prepare the dressing: In a smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until blended.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve immediately or let it chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time for maximum flavor; just keep the dressing separate until serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg