Ingredients
– 8 ounces of pasta (fusilli or penne works best)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
– 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
To whip up the most incredible Greek Pasta Salad, simply follow these easy steps:
1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Prep the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooking, chop your vegetables. Dice the cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the olives.
3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, feta cheese, and black olives.
5. Pour the Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture. Gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
6. Chill the Salad: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, chill for 30 minutes.
7. Serve: Before serving, toss the salad again and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
This simple process leads to a wonderfully fresh and flavorful Greek Pasta Salad that is sure to delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 12g