I got this Greek Pasta Salad Recipe from a coworker about 15 years ago. I made some minor changes to make it better, of course. It is such a yummy and refreshing and healthy summer salad. And it’s so simple. But aren’t most good things in life? The addition of the fresh herbs makes it extra awesome!
I love Greek food almost as much as I love Ukrainian food. So get ready for more Greek food posts – I have a few up my sleeve.
If you are looking for potluck ideas, this is one of my favourite recipes!
It’s also a great dish for a BBQ or just to whip up on a hot summer day. Double up the recipe if serving a large group. Make it a day ahead or prepare it quickly right before you need it – it doesn’t take long. Oh and no oven required, just stove top. Enjoy!
Greek Pasta Salad Recipe
A delicious and refreshing salad chock full of veggies, made in only 20 minutes! Perfect for a summer BBQ or potluck.
Ingredients
- 2 cups spiral or tubular pasta I use the colored pasta
- 1/4 cup medium red onion diced
- 1 large tomato diced
- 1/2 a seedless cucumber diced
- 1 red pepper seeded and diced
- 3/4 cup light feta cheese
- 1/2 cup black Kalamata olives I also use the pre-sliced ones if I feel extra lazy -they don't look as nice, but they save you the hassle of dealing with pits and/or chopping
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp each chopped fresh mint and basil
Instructions
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Cook pasta in water until tender, but still firm. Drain and rinse with cool water until cooled.
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In large serving bowl, combine cooked pasta and remaining ingredients, tossing well. Serve.
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May be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
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What lovely ingredients!
Thank you – yes, nice and summery and healthy!
I love Greek Salad ans this looks like a great way to make it into a complete meal. Best of all easy and that is the number one requirement for me. 🙂
Thanks, Sue! Yes, it can definitely be a complete meal-especially if you want to keep it vegetarian!
Looks so yummy and easy too.
Thanks – yes, it’s very easy and tasty!
Lovely blog and the salad is gorgeous. Thank you for following my blog also!!
Thank you -you as well!
The Greek Salad looks wonderful. I’ve also gotten some of my favorite recipes from friends and co-workers.
Thanks, Sheryl! Yes, potlucks are one of the best sources for awesome recipe finds!
Yum!! What great pictures and recipes. Look forward to following along. xoxo http://www.thefirst365days.com
Thank you for following! I also look forward to following your blog!