Description
A vibrant Mediterranean Pasta Salad bursting with fresh flavors, perfect for picnics and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup green olives, sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and let it cool.
- Mix the vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced black olives, sliced green olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to ensure every ingredient gets coated.
- Chill before serving: Cover the salad and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Notes
The pasta salad keeps well in the fridge, making it perfect for meal prep. Adjust ingredients based on your preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Mediterranean pasta salad, summer salad, healthy salad, picnic recipes, vegetarian pasta