Greek Pasta Salad

Vegetarian
Health score
15%
Greek Pasta Salad
210 min.
8
196kcal

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If you're looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish to brighten up any meal, this Greek Pasta Salad is a perfect choice. Bursting with fresh vegetables, tangy feta, and a zesty vinaigrette, it offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will appeal to both vegetarians and anyone who loves Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. The mix of cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and colorful bell peppers adds a satisfying crunch, while the olives and feta cheese bring that signature Greek taste that’s both savory and slightly salty.

What makes this salad especially appealing is its versatility. It works beautifully as a side dish for summer barbecues, a starter for dinner parties, or even a light snack on a warm afternoon. The pasta provides a hearty base that pairs wonderfully with the fresh vegetables, while the homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano ties everything together with a bright, aromatic finish. Chilling the salad allows the flavors to meld, creating a dish that’s both refreshing and deeply flavorful.

Not only is this Greek Pasta Salad delicious, but it’s also easy to prepare and perfect for making ahead of time. The combination of wholesome ingredients ensures that each bite is satisfying without being heavy, making it ideal for those who want a healthy yet indulgent option. Whether you're hosting friends, packing a picnic, or simply enjoying a quiet meal at home, this salad is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup olives black sliced
  • 10  cherry tomatoes halved
  • 0.5  cucumber sliced
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • cloves garlic crushed
  •  bell pepper green chopped
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • 0.7 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • teaspoons oregano dried
  • cups penne pasta 
  •  bell pepper red chopped
  • small onion red chopped
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • pot
  • colander

Directions

  1. Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the penne, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Rinse with cold water and drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  2. Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Set aside.
  3. Combine pasta, tomatoes, onion, green and red peppers, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
  4. Pour vinaigrette over the pasta and mix together. Cover and chill for 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories196kcal
Protein12.01%
Fat34.18%
Carbs53.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
9.17
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
10.001739180606%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.87mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
3.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:195.94kcal
9.8%
Fat:7.5g
11.54%
Saturated Fat:2.03g
12.69%
Carbohydrates:26.56g
8.85%
Net Carbohydrates:24.07g
8.75%
Sugar:3.22g
3.58%
Cholesterol:8.34mg
2.78%
Sodium:439.22mg
19.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.93g
11.85%
Vitamin C:38.47mg
46.63%
Selenium:19.6µg
28%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.54%
Vitamin A:719.87IU
14.4%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
10.86%
Phosphorus:108.44mg
10.84%
Fiber:2.49g
9.97%
Vitamin E:1.4mg
9.33%
Vitamin K:9.43µg
8.98%
Calcium:77.23mg
7.72%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.66%
Copper:0.15mg
7.4%
Magnesium:28.38mg
7.09%
Potassium:235.62mg
6.73%
Folate:26.23µg
6.56%
Iron:1.05mg
5.84%
Zinc:0.84mg
5.58%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.38%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.87%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.77%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.64%
Source:Allrecipes