Greek Pasta Salad

Here’s a bright and fresh Greek Pasta Salad recipe — full of Mediterranean flavors and perfect as a side dish or light main.

🥗 Greek Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta (rotini, penne, or bowties work well)

• 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 cucumber, diced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• ½ red onion, finely sliced

• ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

For the dressing:

• ⅓ cup olive oil

• 3 tbsp red wine vinegar

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• Juice of ½ lemon

Instructions

1. Cook pasta – Boil in salted water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

2. Mix salad – In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, olives, and feta.

3. Make dressing – Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, mustard, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until emulsified.

4. Toss & chill – Pour dressing over pasta salad, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

5. Garnish – Sprinkle with parsley and extra feta before serving.

✨ Tips & Variations

• Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.

• Swap parsley with fresh dill or basil for a twist.

• Use whole wheat or chickpea pasta for a healthier version.

Would you like me to also give you a make-ahead meal prep version (so it stays fresh for 3–4 days in the fridge)?