Mediterranean Macaroni Delight
Greek Pasta Salad
🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥗 Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with this easy-to-make Greek Pasta Salad. Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this salad is perfect for a quick meal or as a side dish for any occasion. With a tantalizing mix of pasta, fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and savory olives, every bite is a burst of Mediterranean sunshine. Prepare this dish ahead of time and let it chill for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld together for an even more sensational taste experience.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Olive oil |
| 1/2 cup | Red wine vinegar |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Garlic powder |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Dried basil |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Dried oregano |
| 3/4 tsp | Ground black pepper |
| 3/4 tsp | White sugar |
| 3 | Cherry tomatoes |
| 15 | Red bell pepper |
| 1 | Feta cheese |
| 3/4 cup | Green onion |
| 1/2 cup | Black olives |
| 4 oz | Macaroni |
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and white sugar until well combined.
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Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
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Add the cooked macaroni to the bowl with the dressing.
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Chop the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, feta cheese, green onion, and black olives into bite-sized pieces.
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Add the chopped vegetables, feta cheese, green onion, and black olives to the bowl with the macaroni.
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Toss everything together until all the ingredients are well coated in the dressing.
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Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
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Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or a light and satisfying meal.
With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, this Greek Pasta Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy the taste of the Mediterranean with every delicious bite!
