Description
Flavorful and Zesty Pasta Salad is a colorful, refreshing dish that elevates any meal into a vibrant feast. Bursting with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese, this salad is perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or quick weeknight dinners. Tossed in a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing, it’s easily customizable to fit your taste preferences. Prepare to impress your friends and family with this delightful dish that celebrates fresh flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (e.g., rotini)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the pasta cools, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and slice the red onion. Combine them in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooled pasta and feta cheese to the veggie mix. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg