Description
This chopped Greek pasta salad is fresh, vibrant, and packed with Mediterranean flavors, all tossed in a creamy, zesty feta dressing. It’s a quick and satisfying dish perfect for gatherings or meal prep.
Ingredients
2 cups dry pasta (~8 oz.)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered
3/4 cup marinated artichoke hearts, roughly chopped
1/2 English cucumber, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup pitted sliced black olives
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh dill or parsley
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Prepare the dressing by combining olive oil, feta cheese, lemon juice, garlic, honey, oregano, black pepper, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, black olives, and fresh herbs to the pasta.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Add grilled chicken, tuna, or chickpeas to make it a complete meal.
Use small pasta shapes like ditalini or shells for best texture.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days in an airtight container.
Refresh leftovers with a drizzle of olive oil or extra dressing before serving.
Substitute fresh herbs with dried herbs in smaller quantities if needed.
Do not freeze, as texture will be affected.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
