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    Jun 9, 2021 by Chelsea · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Greek Pasta Salad

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    Greek Pasta Salad is the perfect summer salad that's always a hit at every potluck. Tender pasta mixed with kalamata olives, cucumbers, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and diced red onion with the most delicious Greek dressing.

    Who doesn't love a refreshing cold pasta salad during the summertime? I know I do, and this easy greek pasta salad is heavenly. It's the perfect make-ahead pasta salad.

    Make it a whole meal by adding grilled or even air-fried chicken breasts.

    what I love about this recipe:

    • It can be made ahead of time and should be for maximum flavor.
    • Simple pantry and refrigerator ingredients.
    • Perfect for meal prepping.

    what to serve with easy greek pasta salad

    Greek pasta salad is perfect with almost any main dish you can think of, or be a main dish with added chicken.

    TOPPINGS:

    ✔ Fresh oregano
    ✔ Dried oregano

    MAIN DISHES:

    All of my main dish recipes are here, but here are a few I think that would be delicious:

    ✔ Air Fryer Hot Dogs
    ✔ Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
    ✔ Air Fryer Chicken Breasts
    ✔ Perfect Oven Baked Chicken Breasts

    ingredients needed for greek pasta salad recipe:

    • Pasta - Preferably one that is small and has many nooks and crannies for the best dressing.
    • Kalamata Olives
    • English Cucumber - If you cannot find an English cucumber, a regular cucumber could work.
    • Bell Pepper - I used a red bell pepper for color, but any color bell pepper would work.
    • Feta Cheese - A must-have!
    • Red Onion
    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • Fresh Lemon Juice
    • Dijon Mustard
    • Red Wine Vinegar - Adds the perfect acidity to the greek dressing.
    • Dried Oregano
    • Minced Garlic

    step by step instructions

    HOW TO MAKE GREEK PASTA SALAD

    STEP 1: Cook the pasta according to the directions on the back of the package. Remember to salt the water once it comes to a boil liberally.

    STEP 2: Strain the cooked pasta and run it under cold water to slow the cooking process down.

    STEP 3: In a large bowl, add the cooled pasta, kalamata olives, English cucumber, bell pepper, feta, and red onion. Set aside.

    STEP 3: Prepare the greek dressing by adding the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, oregano, and minced garlic to a container. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender and pulse until the dressing is creamy and mixed together.

    STEP 4: Pour the greek dressing onto the pasta and mix until combined.

    STEP 5: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours; however, longer is better.

    recipe tips and variations

    • Storage - Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
    • Reheating - Pasta salad does not need to be reheated and best when served cold.
    • Switch up the ingredients - Add different color bell peppers to extra color. Not a fan of red onion; add green onions or white onions instead.

    frequently asked questions:

    What can I serve with pasta salad?

    The possibilities are endless; however, it's a perfect side dish to any grilled, baked, or sauteed proteins.

    Can you freeze pasta salad?

    I do not recommend freezing pasta salad. For texture and flavor, it's best served fresh and cold.

    Can I use storebought greek dressing?

    Sure, you can, but I highly recommend making the homemade greek dressing listed in the recipe. It's the best and FRESH.

    freezer meal instructions

    I do not recommend freezing pasta salad. For texture and flavor, it's best served fresh and cold.

    recommended tools

    • Glass mixing bowls - My favorite and I use them all of the time!

    more easy dinner recipes:

    If you loved this recipe, here are a few more side dish recipes you will love!

    You can check out all of my pasta salad recipes here or see a few of our readers’ favorites below:

    • Italian Pasta Salad
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    • BLT Tortellini Salad
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    Greek Pasta Salad
    Prep Time
    15 mins
    Cook Time
    0 mins
     

    Greek Pasta Salad is the perfect summer salad that's always a hit at every potluck. Tender pasta mixed with kalamata olives, cucumbers, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and diced red onion with the most delicious Greek dressing.

    Course: Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American, Greek
    Keyword: greek pasta salad, pasta salad
    Servings: 8 + people
    Calories: 318 kcal
    Ingredients
    Pasta Salad
    • 16 oz pasta
    • ½ cup kalamata olives, sliced in half
    • 1 english cucumber, diced
    • 1 bell pepper, diced
    • ½ cup feta cheese
    • ½ red onion, finely diced
    Greek Dressing
    • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • 1 ½ tbsp fresh lemon juice
    • 1 tsp dijon mustard
    • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
    • 1 ½ tsp dried oregano
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    Instructions
    Pasta Salad
    1. Cook the pasta according to the directions on the back of the package. Remember to salt the water once it comes to a boil liberally.

    2. Strain the cooked pasta and run it under cold water to slow the cooking process down.

    3. In a large bowl, add the cooled pasta, kalamata olives, English cucumber, bell pepper, feta, and red onion. Set aside.

    Greek Dressing
    1. Prepare the greek dressing by adding the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, oregano, and minced garlic to a container. Use an immersion blender or a regular blender and pulse until the dressing is creamy and mixed together.

    2. Pour the greek dressing onto the pasta and mix until combined.

    3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours; however, longer is better.

    Nutrition Facts
    Greek Pasta Salad
    Amount Per Serving (8 th recipe)
    Calories 318 Calories from Fat 95
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 10.6g16%
    Saturated Fat 2.6g16%
    Trans Fat 10g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
    Monounsaturated Fat 5g
    Cholesterol 7.5mg3%
    Sodium 226.6mg10%
    Carbohydrates 46.1g15%
    Fiber 2.7g11%
    Sugar 4.6g5%
    Protein 10.7g21%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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