Best 3 Fun Greek Style Pasta Salad Recipes

**Tantalize your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey to the Mediterranean with our enticing Greek-style pasta salad recipes!**

Embark on a gastronomic adventure as you explore a symphony of flavors and textures in this collection of authentic Greek pasta salads. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of fresh vegetables, succulent meats, and tangy dressings, all harmoniously blended to create a refreshing and satisfying meal. From the classic Greek salad with its iconic combination of cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and feta cheese, to the robust and flavorful chicken and orzo salad bursting with tender chicken, roasted red peppers, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing, these recipes offer a tantalizing array of culinary delights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GREEK-STYLE PASTA SALAD

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Perfect for a potluck, this pairing of rotini, salami, olives and more has mass appeal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
3 cups uncooked rotini pasta (8 oz)
4 oz hard salami slices, quartered
1 medium cucumber, seeded, cut into chunks (1 1/4 cups)
1 small green bell pepper, cut into thin bite-sized strips
1 small red bell pepper, cut into thin bite-sized strips
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges, then cut in half
1/2 cup sliced kalamata or other Greek olives
1/4 cup sliced fresh basil leaves or 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
6 oz feta cheese, crumbled (1 1/2 cups)

Steps:

In blender or food processor bowl, place all dressing ingredients. Cover; blend on medium speed about 20 seconds or until smooth; set aside.
Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool; drain.
In 4-quart bowl, place pasta and remaining salad ingredients. Add dressing; toss gently. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

GREEK PASTA SALAD

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Great summer pasta salad.

Provided by Danielle Laroche

Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2 cups penne pasta
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 teaspoons dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste
⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
½ cucumber, sliced
½ cup sliced black olives
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the penne, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Rinse with cold water and drain well in a colander set in the sink.
Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Set aside. Combine pasta, tomatoes, onion, green and red peppers, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over the pasta and mix together. Cover and chill for 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 258.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

FUN "GREEK STYLE" PASTA SALAD

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Make and share this Fun "Greek style" pasta salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cooking Wife

Categories Greek

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tomatoes
3 green onions
1 can sliced black olives
1 package feta cheese
1 cucumber
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 bag twisty noodles

Steps:

Boil and drail noodles.
Allow noodles to cool.
Add all other ingredients.
Mix well.
Serve.

Tips:

For a more authentic Greek flavor, use a good quality feta cheese that is made from sheep's milk or a blend of sheep's and goat's milk.
If you can't find Greek olives, use Kalamata olives instead.
Use a variety of fresh herbs, such as oregano, basil, and mint, to add flavor to the salad.
Feel free to adjust the amount of vegetables in the salad to your liking. If you want a more hearty salad, add more vegetables. If you want a lighter salad, use less vegetables.
You can also add some grilled chicken or shrimp to the salad for a protein boost.

Conclusion:

This Greek-style pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.

With its combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and feta cheese, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give this Greek-style pasta salad a try.