Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of our Greek Pasta Salad Recipe, a vibrant dish that perfectly blends crunchy vegetables, al dente bowtie pasta, and a zesty homemade dressing. This salad is ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a quick weeknight meal. With the addition of feta cheese and Kalamata olives, every bite is an explosion of Mediterranean delight. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also allows for customization with your favorite ingredients. Enjoy this nutritious, crowd-pleasing salad that can be made ahead of time and served chilled for optimal flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta
- 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 seedless cucumber, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, drained
- 2/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop the vegetables and add them to a large mixing bowl.
- In a jar with a lid, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, dill, mint, salt, and pepper. Shake well.
- Add the cooked pasta to the bowl with vegetables. Toss in olives and feta cheese.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until combined. Let sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg