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Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Bright and Zesty Mediterranean Pasta Salad to Savor!

Experience the delightful flavors of Mediterranean Pasta Salad, a vibrant and versatile dish perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 14 oz pasta rotini or penne preferred
  • 1 large cucumber peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch half-moons
  • 18 oz cherry tomatoes halved
  • 3/4 cup sliced kalamata olives
  • 5 oz crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp honey omit for vegan version
  • 3 cloves freshly pressed garlic
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Medium-sized bowl
  • Colander
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and honey until well combined. Add garlic, oregano, pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes. Let sit for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. While pasta cooks, prepare vegetables: slice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, slice red onion, and chop parsley.
  4. Drain pasta and rinse under cold water for 20-30 seconds.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm pasta with the dressing, then fold in veggies and feta. Gently toss to combine.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served chilled and is perfect for make-ahead meals. The flavors improve overnight in the fridge.

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