Description
Bright, refreshing, and full of vibrant flavors, this Mediterranean Pasta is the ultimate dish for any occasion. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this colorful pasta salad combines juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese all tossed in a homemade vinaigrette. With its easy preparation and wholesome ingredients, this dish is not only satisfying but also a healthy choice that checks all the boxes. Whether you enjoy it solo or pair it with grilled chicken or a fresh salad, Mediterranean Pasta is sure to become a staple in your recipe repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pasta (penne, rotini, or farfalle)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp torn fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- While pasta cooks, prepare vegetables: halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumbers, slice red onion, and halve olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta with vegetables and pour in dressing; toss well.
- Gently fold in feta cheese and herbs.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg