Mediterranean Pasta Salad: Easy, Flavorful, and Healthier Twist
A vibrant and healthy Mediterranean pasta salad that combines fresh ingredients and hearty pasta for a perfect dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Add the cooled pasta to the bowl and mix well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano. Pour over the pasta salad.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and toss gently to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This salad can be customized with your favorite vegetables.
- Great for meal prep and potlucks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 500 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 15 milligrams