Easy Greek Pasta Salad | Fresh & Flavorful Side Dish
This Easy Greek Pasta Salad is a fresh, colorful dish loaded with pasta, crisp veggies, olives, and creamy feta tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for picnics, quick lunches, or family dinners, it’s beginner-friendly and guaranteed to please.
Ingredients
Salad:
- 3 cups uncooked pasta
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 small red onion chopped
- ½ cup Kalamata olives
- 3 mini cucumbers or ¾ English cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes halved
- 5 ounces crumbled feta
- Salt & pepper to taste
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
Instructions
- Bring a large salted pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water. Let it drain thoroughly.
- While the pasta cooks, chop bell peppers, cucumbers, onion, and halve the tomatoes.
- In a jar, add red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, parsley, oregano, and brown sugar. Shake vigorously to combine.
- In a large bowl, add pasta, vegetables, olives, and feta.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Season generously with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For the best Easy Greek Pasta Salad, drain the pasta well so the dressing sticks. Want a protein boost? Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.
Nutrition (per serving, approximate)
Calories: 290
Carbohydrates: 36g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 320mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 4g
Calories: 290
Carbohydrates: 36g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 320mg
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 4g