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

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

Eli Wiley
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer gathering.


Omar Donia
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Bailey Stilwell
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I love that this pasta salad is a healthy and refreshing dish.


Davino Og
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Riad Samad
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I'm not a huge fan of Greek food, but this pasta salad is really good.


Cortez Tiller
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables.


Araceli Delaluz
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I love the combination of flavors in this pasta salad. It's a perfect summer dish.


Rehana kosar Arain
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This is the best Greek-style pasta salad I've ever had. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Sophie James
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I made this pasta salad for a party and everyone loved it. It's a great make-ahead dish.


Naveed Hammad
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This pasta salad is perfect for a picnic or a barbecue.


Phethile Tshabalala
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I love that this pasta salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Dillon DiGiannurio
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This pasta salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Adam Stokes
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I've never made pasta salad before, but this recipe was so easy to follow.


Joanne Delf
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta salad, but this one is really good. The dressing is especially tasty.


Peggy Howe
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This pasta salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love the combination of flavors.


Olamide Oseni
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Amber Grantham
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had! The flavors are amazing and it's so refreshing.


Asik Gaming
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I've made this pasta salad several times and it's always a winner. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta and vegetables.


Dani ali
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This pasta salad is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Bipu Akter
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This Greek-style pasta salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for a summer gathering. I loved the combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and feta cheese. The dressing was also delicious and light.