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Pasta Salad

Irresistible 8-Ingredient Pasta Salad Everyone Craves


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  • Author: Tessa
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and easy-to-make pasta salad perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick meal.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (rotini or penne)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and toss to combine.
  5. Sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.

Notes

  • Chill for at least 1 hour before serving for best flavor.
  • Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg