Best 6 Greek Pasta Salad I Recipes

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**Greek Pasta Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Summer Dish**

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with our refreshing Greek Pasta Salad, a delectable dish that combines the best of Greek cuisine with the convenience of pasta. This vibrant salad is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring tender cooked pasta tossed with a medley of fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing that captures the essence of Greece.

Our collection of Greek Pasta Salad recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences. From the classic Greek Pasta Salad brimming with cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and Kalamata olives, to the more substantial Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad bursting with cheese-filled tortellini, sun-dried tomatoes, and artichoke hearts, there's a recipe for every palate.

For a lighter option, try our Greek Orzo Pasta Salad, where tiny orzo pasta is paired with crisp bell peppers, juicy watermelon, and crumbled feta cheese. Or, embark on a culinary journey with our Greek Lemon Pasta Salad, where zesty lemon dressing enhances the flavors of tender pasta, briny capers, and aromatic oregano.

If you're craving a hearty and flavorful meal, our Greek Chicken Pasta Salad is a must-try. Succulent grilled chicken breast joins forces with pasta, fresh vegetables, and a creamy Greek yogurt dressing for a satisfying lunch or dinner. And for a vegetarian delight, our Greek Vegetarian Pasta Salad showcases the bounty of the Mediterranean with its colorful mix of roasted vegetables, feta cheese, and a tangy vinaigrette.

No matter your preference, our Greek Pasta Salad recipes promise a burst of freshness and flavor in every bite. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of Greece!

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

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

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

GREEK PASTA SALAD



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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. This salad is easy to make ahead and pack up for your next backyard party.

Provided by Sabrina Modelle

Categories     Salad     Side Dish     Make-ahead

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

For the lemon olive oil dressing:
1/3 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice (from 2 to 3 lemons)
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh oregano (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
For the pasta salad:
1 pound rotini pasta, or other pasta shape of your choice
1/2 small red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
1 red pepper, finely diced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives
1/2 cup crumbled feta
1 cucumber, quartered and sliced
1/4 cup parsley, roughly chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta and drain: Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook pasta until al dente. Immediately rinse in cold water until the pasta is cool to the touch.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 249 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 12 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

GREEK PASTA SALAD



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Pasta salad in general is a summer staple, but this Greek pasta salad will be your new favorite. It's packed with veggies, just like a traditional Greek salad.

Categories     side dish

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 16-ounce box bow tie pasta
1/2 c. olive oil
1/3 c. red wine vinegar
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tsp. kosher salt
1 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 pt. grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 c. chopped red onion
1 1/2 c. chopped cucumber
1 c. pitted kalamata olives, chopped
1/4 c. capers, drained (optional)
1/2 c. chopped fresh herbs, such as mint, dill or parsley
1/2 c. crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Add the tomatoes and red onions, and let sit for 10 minutes. Add the cooled pasta, cucumbers, olives, capers, and herbs. Mix well to combine and dress the pasta.
  • Top with crumbled feta cheese.

GREEK PASTA SALAD I



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This is a great make-ahead pasta salad!

Provided by Behr

Categories     Salad     Pasta Salad     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 2h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup olive oil
½ cup red wine vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
¾ teaspoon white sugar
2 ½ cups cooked elbow macaroni
3 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
15 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup sliced red bell peppers
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup chopped green onions
1 (4 ounce) can whole black olives
¾ cup sliced pepperoni sausage, cut into strips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, basil, oregano, black pepper, and sugar. Add cooked pasta, mushrooms, tomatoes, red peppers, feta cheese, green onions, olives, and pepperoni. Toss until evenly coated. Cover, and chill 2 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 745.6 calories, Carbohydrate 40.4 g, Cholesterol 69.7 mg, Fat 56.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 1278.7 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

GREEK PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup (packed) fresh parsley leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Pinch ground cinnamon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 to 8 ounces fresh curly spinach, stemmed, washed, leaves torn into 1-inch pieces
2 cups (measured uncooked) medium shells cooked, chilled and patted dry
2 kirby cucumbers, washed, peeled, seeded and cut into half moons
2 scallions, thinly sliced
6 kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled or cut into dice
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and cut into fine dice

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor puree until smooth, the olive oil, lemon zest and juice, parsley, oregano, mustard, and cinnamon. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Make a wreath of spinach leaves on the outside edges of a large shallow pasta bowl or dinner plate. Combine the pasta with half of the dressing, the cucumbers and the scallions. Center the pasta salad in the middle of the spinach. Drizzle the remaining dressing over the spinach and garnish the spinach with black olives. Garnish the pasta with feta cheese and tomato.

GREEK PASTA SALAD



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For a fresh idea with pasta, try Greek salad

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Pasta, Side dish, Snack, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

300g fusilli pasta spirals - or you can use farfalle (butterflies) or penne (quill tubes)
225g bag prepared fresh baby spinach
250g punnet cherry tomatoes , halved
100g black olive (we bought kalamata from the deli counter)
200g feta cheese , broken into rough chunks
3 tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • Tip the fusilli into a large pan of boiling salted water and boil for 10 minutes. Throw in the spinach, stir well and boil for another 2 minutes. Drain into a colander or sieve and leave to drip-dry.
  • Tip the tomatoes, olives and feta into a big bowl, grind lots of black pepper over and then drizzle with the olive oil.
  • Toss in the drained pasta and spinach, and let everyone help themselves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 3.48 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a variety of pasta shapes and sizes to add visual interest and texture to your salad.
  • Choose fresh, ripe vegetables for the best flavor and crunch.
  • Marinate the vegetables in a flavorful dressing before adding them to the salad.
  • Use a combination of fresh and dried herbs to add complexity to the dressing.
  • Don't overcook the pasta - it should be al dente, with a slight bite to it.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Greek pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. With its colorful vegetables, tangy dressing, and hearty pasta, it's a crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a light and easy meal, give Greek pasta salad a try!

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