Description
A refreshing and versatile pasta salad recipe perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and olives.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Gently fold in the feta cheese.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- Substitute feta with mozzarella for a different flavor.
- Use seasonal vegetables for freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: pasta salads, Mediterranean salad, summer salads