Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this quick and delicious Mediterranean Pasta Salad. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or a light family dinner, this salad combines colorful veggies, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette. With just 15 minutes of preparation, it’s an easy dish that is both satisfying and refreshing. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for a personal touch—this is a versatile recipe that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 12 ounces dry pasta (farafalle or your choice)
- 1 English cucumber, diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2/3 cup sliced kalamata olives
- 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
- Half medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon freshly-squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon honey or sweetener of choice
- 2 small garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
- While pasta cooks, prepare vegetables by dicing cucumber and halving tomatoes; slice onion.
- In a bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with vegetables and feta; pour dressing over and toss gently to combine.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Find it online: https://allfoodierecipes.com/mediterranean-pasta-salad/