Mediterranean Pasta Salad
Mediterranean Pasta Salad is one of the easiest pasta salads to make. Perfect for meal prep and make ahead friendly. This delicious salad is made with cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese and olives tossed in a homemade Greek Dressing, that comes together in no time.
During Summer I gravitate towards pasta salads pretty regularly. I like to make them early in the morning and let them sit in the refrigerator all day until dinner. This is especially helpful when the garden is in full swing, and I am busy harvesting and preserving all day. On those days, I know that I won't have the energy to cook a full meal after a long, hot day, but I still want to serve my family a healthy dinner.
Quick and easy dinner sides like this one and my Italian Pasta Salad are perfect for those busy days. I often grill some chicken to go along with the pasta salad. Quick, easy and filling.
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Combine the cooked pasta, onions, olives, cucumbers, tomatoes and feta cheese in a large bowl.
In a small bowl whisk together the dressing ingredients.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad, mix well to fully combine.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy!
This pasta salad is best served after being chilled for several hours. It is still great if served immediately but gets much better after the flavors have had time to marry. If you have time, I highly recommend making it in advance.
Mediterranean Pasta Salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Just before serving, give the pasta salad a good stir.
Mediterranean Pasta Salad is one of the easiest pasta salads to make. Perfect for meal prep and make ahead friendly. This delicious salad is made with cucumbers, tomatoes, feta cheese and olives tossed in a homemade Greek Dressing, that comes together in no time.
- 2 cup rotini pasta
- 1/2 Cup red onion (small diced)
- 1/2 Cup kalamata olives (halved)
- 1 Cup cucumbers (quartered & sliced)
- 1 Cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 Cup feta cheese
- 1/3 Cup olive oil (or any neutral tasting oil)
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp honey
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp oregano (fresh or dried)
- 1/2 Teaspoon basil (dried)
- 1/2 Teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1/2 Teaspoon salt
- As Needed pepper
Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Strain in a colander. Run cold water over the pasta to stop the cooking.
In a large bowl combine the pasta, onions, olives, cucumbers, tomatoes and feta cheese.
In a small bowl combine all of the ingredients for the dressing. Whisk to combine.
Pour the dressing over the pasta salad, stir to combine. For best results, refrigerate for several hours before serving. When ready to serve, stir well and enjoy.
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