Description
This vibrant pasta salad is perfect for any occasion. Packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty vinaigrette, it’s a delightful dish that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (fusilli, rotini, or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 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 cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, black olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until everything is well coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add any other vegetables or proteins you like, such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or avocado.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta.
- This salad can be made a day in advance for easy meal prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 15
Keywords: pasta salad, easy pasta salad, Mediterranean pasta salad, summer pasta salad, cold pasta salad, pasta salad recipe