Easy Greek Pasta Salad

Easy Greek Pasta Salad

from spendwithpennies.com
16 min

Greek Pasta Salad is an easy side, perfect to prep ahead and a hit at every party or potluck! Tender pasta, ripe juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, feta cheese and olives are tossed in a Greek dressing for the perfect make ahead side dish. We often add grilled chicken to make it a complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces short pasta (rotini, bow ties, penne)
  • ¾ long english cucumber (diced)
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 bell pepper (red or orange, diced)
  • ½ cup sliced pitted olives
  • ½ cup feta cheese (cubed)
  • ⅓ cup red onion (diced)
  • 1 cup bottled greek vinaigrette dressing
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • salt & pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Whisk together dressing ingredients.

  2. 2

    Cook pasta al dente according to package directions. Rinse under cold water.

  3. 3

    Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss.

  4. 4

    Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.