Description
Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Mediterranean Pasta is the perfect dish for any occasion. Combining juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette, this pasta salad brings the taste of the Mediterranean right to your table. It’s an ideal choice for meal prep, quick lunches, or casual dinners, ensuring you enjoy a nutritious meal without the fuss. With its vibrant colors and delightful textures, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Embrace the ease of preparation and customize it with your favorite proteins or vegetables for added nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pasta (penne, rotini, or farfalle)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, halved
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp torn fresh basil
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Prepare the vegetables: halve tomatoes, dice cucumbers, slice onion, and halve olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with prepared vegetables and vinaigrette; toss well.
- Gently fold in feta cheese and herbs; refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg