Easy Greek Pasta Salad Recipe
Easy Greek Pasta Salad combines rotini pasta, feta cheese, fresh vegetables, and a homemade Greek dressing.Ready in just 25 minutes and perfect for meal prep.A refreshing Mediterranean pasta salad for picnics, lunches, and family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Greek Dressing
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice from 1 lemon wedge
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
For the Pasta Salad
- 1 pound rotini pasta
- 1 English cucumber diced
- 1/3 cup bell pepper diced
- 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 pint grape tomatoes halved lengthwise
- 8 ounces feta cheese cubed
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Bring 4 quarts of water and 1 tablespoon of salt to a rolling boil in a large pot.
- Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package directions, usually 7–10 minutes, until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, grape tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives.
- Pour the dressing over the salad.
- Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving for even better flavor. This Easy Greek Pasta Salad tastes even better after the ingredients have had time to marinate together.
Notes
- Use colored bell peppers for extra visual appeal.
- Cherry tomatoes can replace grape tomatoes.
- Add chickpeas for additional texture and protein.
- Serve alongside grilled meats, sandwiches, or seafood.
- This Mediterranean pasta salad is perfect for potlucks and picnics.