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Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Delicious Mediterranean Pasta Salad for Quick Meal Prep

This Mediterranean Pasta Salad combines vibrant vegetables and flavors in a quick, easy dish perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces short pasta (rotini, penne, or farfalle) Use for better dressing adherence
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes Halved
  • 1 cup cucumbers Diced, peeled or unpeeled
  • 1/4 cup red onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cups baby spinach Or arugula for a peppery twist
  • 1/2 cup green olives Pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup black olives Optional
  • 1 cup feta cheese Crumble on top
  • 1 tsp salt To taste
  • 1 tsp pepper To taste
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup homemade Greek salad dressing Zesty mix of olive oil, vinegar, garlic, mustard, and herbs

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the short pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with grape tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and baby spinach. Toss together.
  3. Drizzle with the Greek salad dressing and gently toss to coat. Add crumbled feta and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Make ahead for better flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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