Greek Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch. This salad combines tender pasta with classic Mediterranean ingredients like cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and a tangy lemon-oregano dressing. Packed with fresh flavors and a satisfying crunch, it’s a healthy and colorful option that’s easy to prepare and sure to please.

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
  
  

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  
  

• 1 cup cucumber, diced
  
  

• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  
  

• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  
  

• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  
  

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  
  

For the Dressing:

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  
  

• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  
  

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  
  

• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
  

• Salt and pepper, to taste
  
  

Directions:

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and drain again.
   
   

2. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley.
   
   

3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
   
   

4. Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
   
   

5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx., serves 6):

• Calories: 320 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 18 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 5 g
  
  

• Sodium: 450 mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 30 g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 3 g
  
  

• Sugars: 4 g
  
  

• Protein: 8 g