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Mediterranean Pasta Salad

A light and fresh Mediterranean pasta salad bursting with flavor, perfect for potlucks and summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 3 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 0.33 cup Olive Oil
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 2 tbsp Kalamata Olive Brine
Salad
  • 16 oz Pasta rotini, cavatappi, or bow ties (wheat or gluten-free)
  • 0.5 cup Pitted Kalamata Olives halved
  • 0.33 cup Red Onion diced
  • 3 cups English Cucumber diced
  • 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 Orange Bell Pepper diced
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese cubed
  • Fresh Oregano for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions for al dente, adding an extra minute.
  2. Drain and rinse the pasta under cold water, then drain well.
  3. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients.
  4. Add the halved olives and diced red onion (along with the brine from the olives) to the dressing and stir to combine.
  5. Add the cooked pasta, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced bell pepper to the bowl. Toss everything together until well combined.
  6. Gently fold in the cubed feta cheese just before serving. Garnish with fresh oregano if desired.

Notes

This Mediterranean Pasta Salad is best served chilled. It can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator. If making ahead, you may want to add the feta cheese just before serving to prevent it from becoming too soft.