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Greek Pasta Salad

Fresh and Flavorful Greek Pasta Salad for Summer Bliss

A vibrant Greek Pasta Salad that features crunchy vegetables, tangy feta, and a zesty dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Base
  • 2 cups Pasta Choose your favorite type; cook al dente.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Cucumbers Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped into small squares.
  • 1 small Red Onion Chopped; soak in water to mellow flavor if needed.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved or quartered for easy eating.
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled; can substitute with goat cheese.
For Seasoning and Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Olives (Black or Green) Alternatively, use capers.
  • 1/3 cup Olive Oil Use high-quality olive oil.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Balsamic vinegar can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can amplify flavor.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop cucumbers, bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Add to a large mixing bowl.
  3. Combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables, feta cheese, and olives. Mix gently.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Pour dressing over pasta and veggies, toss gently, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with extra feta or herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the salad to chill before serving, and adjust seasoning as needed.

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