Recipe: Perfect Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1)

Willie Dean
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Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1). This is a new version of a Pasta Salad that I make often. The Dressing and Pasta typically remain the same in each alternate recipe, though the vegetables often change depending on my mood or what I happen to have on hand. Feel free to also use this.

I love pasta salad, but taking my Greek Salad recipe and adding it to pasta is my favorite when I want a light pasta salad with no mayo.

It's easy to make and even tastes great the next day or two.

Want to try something more traditional?

You can have Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1) using 20 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you cook it.

Ingredients of Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1)

  1. Prepare of Dressing.

  2. Prepare 2 Tbsp of Dijon Mustard.

  3. You need 1 of Lemon (Juice).

  4. Prepare 1/2 Cup of Red Wine Vinegar.

  5. Prepare 1/2-2/3 Cup of Olive Oil.

  6. Prepare 4 Cloves of Garlic (Minced).

  7. You need 6 Tbsp of Fresh Parsley (Chopped).

  8. It’s 3-4 tsp of Dried Oregano.

  9. It’s of Salt (To Taste).

  10. It’s of Pepper (To Taste).

  11. It’s 1 tsp of Sugar (Optional).

  12. Prepare of Salad.

  13. You need 1 lb of Rotini Pasta.

  14. It’s 8 oz of Feta Cheese.

  15. You need 2 (6 oz.) of Cans Large Black Olives (Halved or Sliced).

  16. You need 1 Cup of Carrots (Julienned).

  17. Prepare 1-2 Cup of Roma Tomatoes (Diced).

  18. Prepare 1 Cup of Broccoli Florets (Cut in small pieces)(Blanched 2 Mins).

  19. You need 1 Cup of Cauliflower Florets (Cut in small pieces)(Blanched 2 Mins).

  20. It’s 1/2 Cup of Freshly Grated Parmesan (Optional).

All the flavors of classic Greek salad in a picnic-ready pasta salad!

We've got kalamata olives, tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese, all tossed with pasta and a lemony dressing.

Drain and rinse with cold water until cool.

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Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1) instructions

  1. Prepare Pasta according to package directions. Shock or Rinse in Cold Water to stop cooking. Set aside..

  2. Mix all Dressing Ingredients in a medium bowl, except the Olive Oil. Pour Olive Oil in while stirring constantly, until consistency is right. Set aside..

  3. Prepare and Cut all Vegetables. When cutting the Tomatoes, remember to scoop out the seeds and juice, before dicing. Bring a Large Pot of Salted Water to a boil. Add Broccoli and Cauliflower Florets. Cook for Two Minutes. Strain and Shock in Cold Water. Drain and Set Aside..

  4. Pour Dressing in a Large Mixing Bowl. Add all Ingredients except Pasta. Stir. Add Pasta. Fold all Ingredients together. Taste for seasoning. If using Freshly Grated Parmesan, add it now. Mix everything again..

  5. Cover and Refrigerate for at least 1 Hour. Best if chilled for Several Hours. Enjoy!.

Pasta salads are a fabulous make-ahead dish we enjoy regularly here in the US.

However, it's always fun (and tasty) to add-in flavors we love from other parts of the world!

Go Greek with your pasta salad by stirring in cucumber, tomato, olives, spinach, and feta, and tossing in a tangy vinaigrette.

Read the full recipe after the video.

Greek Pasta Salad is an easy side, perfect to prep ahead and a hit at every party or potluck!