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Greek Pasta Salad Recipe

This Greek Pasta Salad Recipe is a vibrant blend of flavors and textures that makes it an ideal dish for any occasion. Perfect for potlucks, summer cookouts, or as a refreshing lunch, this salad features al dente bowtie pasta tossed with crunchy vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty homemade Greek dressing. Not only is it quick to prepare in just 18 minutes, but it can also be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy this nutritious and colorful salad that will impress guests of all ages!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Total Time
18 mins
Course
Salad
Cuisine
Mediterranean
Servings
6 servings
Calories
350 kcal

INGREDIENTS

  • 8 ounces bowtie pasta
  • 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes halved
  • 1 seedless cucumber sliced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 small red onion diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives drained
  • 2/3 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • Fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon dried mint
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. 1 Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. 2 In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved grape tomatoes, sliced cucumber, diced bell pepper, diced red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
  3. 3 In a jar with a lid, mix olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, dill, mint salt and pepper. Shake well to combine.
  4. 4 Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over all ingredients. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. 5 Chill before serving for enhanced flavor.

NUTRITION

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g

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