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Greek Pasta Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette


  • Author: ELENE
  • Total Time: 25 minutes + chilling time
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Greek Pasta Salad is a refreshing and hearty dish packed with Mediterranean flavors like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta, all tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Ideal for potlucks, lunch prep, or summer dinners.


Ingredients

For the Salad:

  • 12 oz rotini pasta (or penne)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, chopped
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, halved
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • Optional: chickpeas, artichokes, parsley

For the Homemade Vinaigrette:

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta:
    Bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain well.
  2. Make the Vinaigrette:
    In a small bowl or jar, mix olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, oregano, and minced garlic. Whisk or shake to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Chop the Vegetables:
    While the pasta cools, chop tomatoes, cucumber, onion, bell peppers, and optional ingredients into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Mix the Salad:
    In a large salad bowl, combine the pasta with all the vegetables and olives. Pour the vinaigrette over and toss to coat.
  5. Add crumbled feta cheese and gently mix again.
  6. Chill and Serve:
    Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving to enhance flavor. Toss gently before serving.

Notes

You can prepare this salad a day ahead. For best results, add feta and fresh herbs just before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiled
  • Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean