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Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Mediterranean Pasta Salad: A Zesty Summer Delight!

Mediterranean Pasta Salad is a refreshing mix of rotini, cucumbers, and tomatoes, drizzled with zesty lemon herb vinaigrette—perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 310

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Whole wheat or gluten-free options can also be used.
  • 1 cup Persian Cucumbers Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion Soak in water to soften, if needed.
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese Can use vegan feta or ricotta.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 0.33 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used as a substitute.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Lime juice can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be used instead.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 8 ounces of rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Slice 1 cup of Persian cucumbers and halve 1 cup of cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice half a red onion. Place the veggies in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ⅓ cup of extra virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and salt and pepper to taste until emulsified.
  4. In the bowl with the vegetables, add the cooled rotini pasta and pour the vinaigrette over. Toss gently until well mixed.
  5. Crumble ½ cup of feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley. Fold in gently until incorporated.
  6. Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 9gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days, adding cucumbers just before serving for optimal crunch.

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