Looking for a quick and easy recipe that's packed with flavor? Look no further than this Greek Pasta Salad! Made with cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and a tangy Greek vinaigrette, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. pasta
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To start, cook the pasta according to package instructions. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the other ingredients. Halve the cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives, crumble the feta cheese, and mince the garlic.In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the Greek vinaigrette.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Pour the Greek vinaigrette over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
This Greek Pasta Salad can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for later. It's perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a simple weeknight dinner. Enjoy!
