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GREEK PASTA SALAD RECIPE



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If you are looking for a twist on your classic pasta salad, go Greek with this sprightly Greek pasta salad recipe! Go ahead, taste all the earthy flavours that characterize the Greek cuisine in one simple dish!

Provided by Eli K. Giannopoulos

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

350g fusilli pasta (13 oz.)
2 tomatoes, cut into wedges or 18 cherry tomatoes, cut into halves
1 red onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 cucumber, sliced into half moons
16 Kalamata olives
250g feta cheese, crumbled (8.5 oz.)
2 tbsps chopped parsley
4 and 1/2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
1 and 1/2 tbsps lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • To prepare this super easy Greek pasta salad recipe, start by cooking the pasta. Boil the pasta according to package instructions and drain. Set aside to cool down for a while.
  • In the meantime prepare your vegetables for the Greek pasta salad. Wash thoroughly and strain the vegetables. Cut the tomatoes into wedges, the cucumber into half moons, slice the pepper and the red onion. Place all the vegetables in a large salad bowl and add the pasta, the olives and feta cheese. Garnish with chopped parsley and mix everything together so that all the wonderful flavours mix.
  • To prepare the dressing for the Greek pasta salad add all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Pour the dressing over the Greek pasta salad and toss to coat. Taste and adjust the seasoning according to preference.
  • Prepare this Greek pasta salad recipe a few hours before serving to allow the flavours to mingle and develop and it will certainly reward you.
  • Divide the Greek pasta salad among individual serving plates and serve cold. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 portion, Calories 347kcal, Sugar 5.3g, Sodium 707.4mg, Fat 16.3g, SaturatedFat 6.1g, UnsaturatedFat 9.3g, TransFat 0g, Carbohydrate 40.3g, Fiber 3.1g, Protein 11.2g, Cholesterol 27.8mg

GREEK PASTA SALAD WITH FETA AND OLIVES



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Tomato, cucumber, feta, olives and pasta are tossed with an oregano vinaigrette for a filling Greek-style salad.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 small shallot, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
8 ounces dried ziti
1 cup chopped cucumber
1/2 cup crumbled feta
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives, chopped
2 medium vine-ripe tomatoes, chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
  • Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Add the cucumber, feta, parsley, olives and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.

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-STYLE PASTA SALAD



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Bring home a little bit of the Mediterranean with our Greek-Style Pasta Salad recipe. With spinach, feta, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas and a zesty vinaigrette, Greek-Style Pasta Salad has all the Greek island flavor you'd expect. Plus, Greek-Style Pasta Salad only takes 20 minutes to make!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Healthy Living Dinner Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups farfalle (bow-tie pasta), uncooked
2 cups tightly packed baby spinach leaves
1 cup KRAFT Natural Feta Cheese Crumbles
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup rinsed canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
1/2 cup ATHENOS Greek Vinaigrette Dressing with Real ATHENOS Feta Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt; drain.
  • Place pasta in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 370 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 10 g

GREEK ISLES PASTA SALAD



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A very tasty pasta salad that is easy and quick to make. You can substitute the 1/2 cup Zesty Italian Dressing, 2 tsp. Dried oregano, and 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice for the Kraft Greek with feta and Oregano Dressing. You can also jazz it up by adding 1/2 cup sliced black olives.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups farfalle pasta, uncooked (bow-tie pasta)
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1 cup kraft Greek feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup cherry tomatoes
3/4 cup chickpeas (canned)
1/2 cup zesty Italian dressing
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package; drain. Place in large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
  • Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.7, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 318.9, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 2.5, Protein 6.1

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 ISLES PASTA SALAD



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Make and share this Greek Isles Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pineapple

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup farfalle pasta, uncooked (bow-tie pasta)
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1 cup feta cheese, Crumbled
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup drained canned chick-peas, rinsed (garbanzo beans)
1/2 cup kraft Greek salad dressing

Steps:

  • COOK pasta as directed on package; drain. Place in large bowl.
  • ADD remaining ingredients; mix lightly.
  • SERVE immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.5, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 284, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 5.7

GREEK ISLES SALAD



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I got this recipe years ago from an online friend, and adjusted it to suit my family's tastes. It's such a great salad. I take it to potlucks all the time, and it's always the first thing gone! Great alone, or use it to stuff a tomato. Also, you can add grape or cherry tomatoes.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup vegetable oil (or use half olive oil)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces orzo pasta
1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced (or green)
3 green onions, sliced
1/2 lb feta cheese, cubed
1/2 cup black olives, sliced
cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes

Steps:

  • Combine oil, lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper in bowl and whisk until well blended. Refrigerate until ready to use -- the longer the better.
  • Cook orzo according to package directions.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Pour dressing over pasta and stir gently to coat.
  • Add remaining ingredients.
  • Refrigerate, covered, until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.6, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 33.8, Sodium 704.5, Carbohydrate 32.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 10.8

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

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