Salads

Greek Pasta Salad Recipe

Details

Servings

8

Prep time

20 mins

Cooking time

10 mins

Additional time

3 hours

“Greek Pasta Salad: A Fresh, Flavorful Twist on Your Favorite Side!” 🥗🍝

Looking for a vibrant, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as easy as it is delicious? Greek Pasta Salad is the answer! Bursting with fresh veggies, briny olives, tangy feta, and a zesty dressing, this dish is a flavor-packed side that will steal the show at your next BBQ, picnic, or potluck.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

Bright & Fresh: The combination of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onions, and Kalamata olives gives this pasta salad the perfect balance of freshness and crunch, while the feta cheese adds a creamy, salty bite.

Simple & Quick: With minimal prep and a straightforward dressing, this Greek Pasta Salad comes together in no time, making it an easy go-to for busy days or last-minute gatherings.

Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a summer BBQ, a picnic in the park, or a make-ahead lunch for the week, this salad is as versatile as it is delicious. It’s a hit at every occasion!

Healthy & Satisfying: Packed with veggies, whole-grain pasta, and healthy fats from the olives and olive oil, this salad is as nutritious as it is tasty. You can feel good about every bite!

Great for Leftovers: The flavors just get better after sitting for a bit, making it perfect for meal prepping or enjoying the next day.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups penne pasta

  • ⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • Ÿ cup red wine vinegar

  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 10 cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 small red onion, chopped

  • ½ cucumber, sliced

  • ½ cup sliced black olives

  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

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Directions

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in penne and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes; rinse with cold water and drain well.
  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; set aside.
  • Combine pasta, tomatoes, green and red peppers, onion, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over pasta mixture and mix well. Cover and chill for 3 hours before serving.

Whether you’re craving a fresh, healthy side or a full meal, Greek Pasta Salad is the ultimate dish that brings vibrant Mediterranean flavors to your table. Fresh, flavorful, and easy—what’s not to love? 😍