Easy Simple Greek Pasta Salad Recipe
This simple Greek pasta salad recipe with feta is fresh, easy, and perfect for summer parties, BBQs, meal prep, or quick lunches. Packed with crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, olives, and creamy feta, it’s one of those trendy pasta salads that tastes even better chilled.
Ingredients
- 10 ounces short pasta (rotini or penne)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup kalamata olives
- ¾ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Cook the pasta in salted water according to the package directions until tender. Drain and rinse with cool water, then let it cool completely.
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Add the cooled pasta to a large mixing bowl along with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
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In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until combined.
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Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
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Refrigerate the pasta salad for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavors can blend together. Stir before serving and enjoy cold.
Recipe Notes
- Chill before serving for the best flavor
- Save extra feta for topping right before serving
- Great for meal prep and summer lunches
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein
- Perfect for BBQs, picnics, and casual parties