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Best Greek Pasta Salad Recipe

Best Greek Pasta Salad Recipe
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This Best Greek Pasta Salad Recipe is a vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean-inspired dish combining crisp vegetables, creamy feta, briny Kalamata olives, and perfectly cooked pasta tossed in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s an ideal option for summer gatherings, picnics, BBQs, or a light meal that is versatile, flavorful, and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 12 ounces rotini or fusilli pasta

Vegetables & Add-Ins

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or oregano, chopped

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool the pasta for the salad.
  2. Prep the Veggies and Add-Ins: While pasta cooks, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onions, crumble the feta cheese, chop the fresh parsley or oregano, and pit and slice the Kalamata olives if needed.
  3. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well emulsified and flavorful.
  4. Toss Everything Together: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta with all the prepared vegetables, olives, and feta cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled for best taste and freshness.

Notes

  • Cook pasta al dente to maintain texture in the salad.
  • Rinse pasta with cold water after cooking to prevent clumping.
  • Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil for a better dressing flavor.
  • Allow the salad to chill to develop a richer flavor profile.
  • Fresh herbs such as parsley or oregano elevate the dish better than dried herbs.
  • Leftovers keep well refrigerated up to 3 days but pasta may soften over time.
  • Do not freeze this salad as it will negatively affect texture and flavor.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature; no reheating needed.

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Keywords: Greek pasta salad, Mediterranean salad, summer salad, rotini pasta salad, feta cheese salad, quick pasta salad

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