Pioneer Woman Greek Pasta Salad

This easy Pioneer Woman Greek Pasta Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish that’s perfect for a quick salads or lunch at your next BBQ. With simple ingredients like cucumber, tomatoes, olives, and feta, it’s a nutritious, flavorful meal you can customize with what you have on hand!

Ingredients Needed

• 16 oz (1 lb) bow tie pasta
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 1/2 cups chopped cucumber
• 1 cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
• 1/4 cup capers, drained (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as mint, dill, or parsley)
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

How To Make Pasta Salad

1. Cook the pasta: Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let it cool.
2. Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
3. Marinate the vegetables: Add the halved grape tomatoes and chopped red onion to the dressing. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to marinate.
4. Combine the pasta and veggies: Add the cooled pasta, chopped cucumber, chopped kalamata olives, capers (if using), and fresh herbs to the bowl. Toss everything together to mix and coat with the dressing.
5. Finish with feta: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top before serving.

Recipe Tips

• Use chilled pasta: Make sure the pasta is fully cooled before mixing it with the dressing to prevent wilting of the vegetables and herbs.
• Customize the veggies: Feel free to swap ingredients like cucumber or red onion with what you have, such as bell peppers or cherry tomatoes, for a different twist.
• Let the salad sit: Allow the salad to sit for 30 minutes after mixing to let the flavors meld together for a more flavorful dish.
• Add the feta last: To keep the feta crumbled and fresh, add it at the end, right before serving, to prevent it from getting mushy.
• Make it ahead: This pasta salad stores well in the fridge, making it a great option to prepare a day ahead for busy days or parties.

How To Store Leftovers

Let the leftover greek pasta salad cool to room temperature before placing it in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1 cup)

• Calories: 326 kcal
• Total Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 620mg
• Potassium: 228mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 32g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 6g

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