Greek Pasta Salad with Feta
This Greek Pasta Salad with Feta is a refreshing, vibrant dish full of Mediterranean flavors. It features a colorful blend of crisp vegetables, briny feta cheese, and a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light meal, this simple and healthy recipe is versatile enough to serve as a side or main dish. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an easy way to enjoy fresh and satisfying flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Mediterranean
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Short pasta (fusilli, farfalle, penne, or orzo)
Cherry tomatoes (red and yellow)
Cucumber
Red bell pepper
Olives (black or green)
Feta cheese
Red onion
Olive oil
Lemon juice
Red wine vinegar
Dijon mustard
Dried oregano
Minced garlic
Salt and pepper
Honey (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
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Add diced tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, olives, and red onion to the bowl.
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Toss in the cooked pasta and feta cheese. Mix to combine.
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Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
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For added protein, grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon are great additions.
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You can easily make the salad gluten-free by using gluten-free pasta or chickpea pasta for a protein boost.
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For a dairy-free version, swap feta for a vegan feta cheese alternative.
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Add extra vegetables like zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, or artichokes for variety.
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