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Greek Veggie Pasta Salad with Feta: Easy Mediterranean Favorite

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Greek Veggie Pasta Salad with Feta is a fresh Mediterranean-inspired pasta salad loaded with crisp vegetables, Kalamata olives, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette. Perfect for meal prep, picnics, potlucks, barbecues, and healthy lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces rotini pasta
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook the rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  3. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  4. Transfer the cooled pasta to a large mixing bowl.
  5. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
  6. Dice the cucumber and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Thinly slice the red onion.
  8. Slice the Kalamata olives if desired.
  9. Add all vegetables and olives to the bowl with the pasta.
  10. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  11. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture.
  12. Toss thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  13. Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
  14. Add the chopped parsley and mix lightly.
  15. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  16. Stir once more before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.
  17. Serve chilled.

Notes

  • Cook pasta just until al dente to maintain the best texture.
  • Rinsing the pasta helps cool it quickly and prevents sticking.
  • Use block feta and crumble it yourself for the freshest flavor.
  • Kalamata olives provide authentic Greek flavor.
  • Fresh lemon juice is recommended over bottled juice.
  • Allow the salad to chill before serving for the best taste.
  • Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for extra protein.
  • Fresh dill or basil can be added for additional Mediterranean flavor.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • The salad tastes even better the next day.
  • Stir before serving to redistribute the dressing.
  • Do not freeze, as the vegetables may become watery.

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