Description
Mediterranean Pasta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that encapsulates the flavors of the Mediterranean in every bite. This easy-to-prepare salad features al dente pasta mixed with crisp vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers, along with briny Kalamata olives and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light lunch. Not only does it look stunning on your table, but it also offers a nutritious blend of fresh ingredients that nourish your body while delighting your taste buds. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for an impressive dish that’s sure to please family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (red and yellow), chopped
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, olives, feta cheese, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture; toss gently to combine.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg