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Greek Pasta Salad

Delicious Greek Pasta Salad That Screams Summer Vibes

This Greek Pasta Salad is a vibrant dish filled with crunchy vegetables and al dente pasta, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Bowtie Pasta Substitute with penne or fusilli if desired.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes or sundried tomatoes work well too.
  • 1 large Seedless Cucumber Zucchini or bell pepper are great substitutes.
  • 1 large Bell Pepper Any color (red, yellow, or green) can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Green onions can offer a milder flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Can substitute with green olives or omit.
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled goat cheese is a suitable alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Fresh dill or basil may be substituted.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Water Omit for a thicker vinaigrette.
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar White wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar can substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Lime juice is a delightful alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Agave syrup or maple syrup can work for a vegan version.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard is a good substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can use garlic powder (1/4 teaspoon) as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Dried Dill
  • 1 tsp Dried Mint
  • to taste Sea Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Jar or container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Greek Pasta Salad
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the bowtie pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Chop the grape tomatoes, seedless cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a jar, combine olive oil, water, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, dill, and mint. Add sea salt and black pepper to taste. Shake until emulsified.
  4. Once the pasta has cooled, add it to the mixing bowl with the vegetables. Toss in Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh parsley. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss until coated.
  5. Cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, consider adding the dressing just before serving.

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