Name: Greek Pasta Salad Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 ounces bowtie pasta; 1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved; 1 seedless cucumber, sliced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1/2 small red onion, diced; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, drained; 2/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled; Fresh parsley, chopped; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup water; 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried dill; 1 teaspoon dried mint; 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Description

This Greek Pasta Salad Recipe is a vibrant blend of flavors and textures that makes it an ideal dish for any occasion. Perfect for potlucks, summer cookouts, or as a refreshing lunch, this salad features al dente bowtie pasta tossed with crunchy vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty homemade Greek dressing. Not only is it quick to prepare in just 18 minutes, but it can also be made ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy this nutritious and colorful salad that will impress guests of all ages!

Ingredients

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8 ounces bowtie pasta
1 1/2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1 seedless cucumber, sliced
1 bell pepper, diced
1/2 small red onion, diced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, drained
2/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Cook the bowtie pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved grape tomatoes, sliced cucumber, diced bell pepper, diced red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
In a jar with a lid, mix olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, dill, mint salt and pepper. Shake well to combine.
Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture and pour the dressing over all ingredients. Toss gently to coat evenly.
Chill before serving for enhanced flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 15mg