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Easy 20-Minute Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Feta

Close-up of a bowl filled with mediterranean pasta salad featuring elbow macaroni, cherry tomatoes, cucumber chunks, and crumbled feta cheese.
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This refreshing pasta salad combines crisp vegetables, salty feta, and briny olives with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It is simple to make and perfect for quick lunches, summer sides, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz short pasta (rotini, penne, or orzo)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large cucumber, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 6 oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse immediately with cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until combined.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumber, olives, and sliced red onion.
  4. Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
  5. Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the pasta and vegetable mixture.
  6. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

  • For quick meal planning, this salad holds up well in the refrigerator for up to three days, making it great for healthy lunch prep.
  • If you want to add protein, toss in grilled chicken breast for a heartier meal.
  • You can substitute orzo for other short pasta shapes if you prefer.

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Find it online: https://www.purecookingjoy.com/mediterranean-pasta-salad-recipe/

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