Description
This Greek Pasta Salad Recipe is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. With its perfect blend of crunchy vegetables, al dente bowtie pasta, tangy feta cheese, and zesty dressing, this salad is ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or a quick meal at home. Ready in under 20 minutes, it is not only easy to make but also a nutritious choice packed with wholesome ingredients. Enjoy it as a satisfying standalone meal or pair it with grilled proteins for an elevated experience. This salad keeps well in the fridge, making it a fantastic option for meal prep throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta
- 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes
- 1 seedless cucumber
- 1 bell pepper
- 1/2 small red onion
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 2/3 cup feta cheese
- 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 in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water.
- While the pasta cooks, chop the tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and add to a large mixing bowl.
- In a jar with a lid, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, mustard, garlic, oregano, dill, mint, salt, and pepper; shake well to mix.
- Add the rinsed pasta to the bowl with chopped vegetables along with olives and feta cheese. Pour dressing over and toss gently to combine.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg