Mediterranean Pasta Salad: Fresh and Flavorful Bliss!
A delightful mix of fresh vegetables, pasta, and Mediterranean flavors that’s perfect for any occasion!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 ounces pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for even better flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Fresh Salad, Quick Salad