Description
This classic pasta salad is a perfect dish for picnics and potlucks, loaded with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins, such as grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- This pasta salad can be made a day in advance for easier meal prep.
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
Keywords: pasta salad, classic pasta salad, Mediterranean pasta salad, easy pasta salad, picnic pasta salad, cold pasta salad