Fun “Greek Style” Pasta Salad 🥗
Description: This delightful Fun “Greek Style” Pasta Salad recipe is a burst of Mediterranean flavors in every bite, combining juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and briny olives tossed with perfectly cooked pasta and a zesty dressing. It’s a quick and easy dish that’s perfect for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a potluck party contribution.
Recipe Information:
- Category: Greek
- Keywords: European, < 30 Mins, Easy
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Calories per Serving: 413.8
- Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | tomatoes |
| 3 | green onions |
| 1 | black olives |
| 1 | feta cheese |
| 1 | cucumber |
| 1/2 | cup olive oil |
| 2 | tablespoons lemon juice |
| 1 | garlic clove |
| 1/2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1/4 | teaspoon pepper |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 413.8
- Fat Content: 39.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 12.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 50.5mg
- Sodium Content: 929.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 4.8g
- Protein Content: 9.2g
Recipe Instructions:
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Boil and Drain Noodles: Begin by boiling your pasta according to the package instructions until it’s al dente. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
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Prep the Ingredients: While the pasta is cooling, prepare the rest of your ingredients. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, slice the green onions thinly, pit and slice the black olives, dice the feta cheese into cubes, and peel and dice the cucumber. Finely mince the garlic clove.
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Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with the chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions, sliced black olives, diced cucumber, and cubed feta cheese.
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Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Toss and Serve: Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to coat everything evenly. Ensure all ingredients are well combined and coated in the dressing.
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Chill and Serve: Once mixed, cover the pasta salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. When ready to serve, give it a final toss and garnish with additional feta cheese or fresh herbs if desired.
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Enjoy: Serve your Fun “Greek Style” Pasta Salad as a standalone meal or alongside your favorite grilled meats or seafood. It’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, potlucks, or as a quick and satisfying lunch or dinner option.
This vibrant and flavorful pasta salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection, bringing a taste of the Mediterranean to your table with every refreshing bite!
