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Tzatziki Pasta Salad Recipe

Tzatziki Pasta Salad Recipe – A Cool Twist for Summer Feasts

A refreshing Tzatziki Pasta Salad Recipe that combines the tangy notes of tzatziki with rotini pasta for a perfect summer side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta Use gluten-free if needed
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cucumber Diced evenly for texture
  • 1 large Carrot Grated for best flavor
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Red onion can be used as substitute
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Fire-roasted jarred peppers for added flavor
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with dill
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Plain Unsweetened Greek Yogurt For vegan, use dairy-free yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh lemon juice preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Can be omitted
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can substitute
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Use dried dill in smaller amounts if fresh is unavailable

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Mason jar
  • Cutting Board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta by boiling it in salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare the vegetables by dicing, grating, and chopping them, and combine them in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Make the dressing by combining Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, onion powder, oregano, and dill in a mason jar. Shake until combined.
  4. Assemble the salad by adding the cooled pasta to the vegetables and pouring the dressing over. Toss until well coated.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 330mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Use the freshest vegetables for best texture and flavor.

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