A zesty Greek Pasta Salad tossed in homemade vinaigrette with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and feta. Perfect for summer lunches, picnics, and potlucks.
12 oz rotini or penne pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, sliced into half-moons
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup kalamata olives, halved
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
For the vinaigrette:
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain.
Chop vegetables and combine in a large bowl with pasta, olives, and feta.
Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients until emulsified.
Pour vinaigrette over salad and toss to combine.
Chill for 30 minutes before serving. Stir and adjust seasoning as needed.
Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for protein.
Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
Keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days.
Find it online: https://dryrecipes.com/greek-pasta-salad-bright-fresh-easy/