This Greek Pasta Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light weeknight dinner. The combination of tender pasta, crisp mushrooms, and juicy cherry tomatoes creates a delightful textural contrast. The dressing, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and dried herbs, provides a bright, aromatic flavor profile that coats every bite. It is naturally vegan and packed with fresh ingredients, making it a healthy yet satisfying choice. The flavors meld beautifully as it chills, so it tastes even better the next day. Serve it cold or at room temperature for a meal that is both simple to prepare and impressive to share with friends and family.
Greek Pasta Salad
Description
This Greek Pasta Salad is a refreshing and colorful dish perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, or a light weeknight dinner. The combination of tender pasta, crisp mushrooms, and juicy cherry tomatoes creates a delightful textural contrast. The dressing, made with olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and dried herbs, provides a bright, aromatic flavor profile that coats every bite. It is naturally vegan and packed with fresh ingredients, making it a healthy yet satisfying choice. The flavors meld beautifully as it chills, so it tastes even better the next day. Serve it cold or at room temperature for a meal that is both simple to prepare and impressive to share with friends and family.Ingredients
Directions
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Boil water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, basil, oregano, pepper, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is emulsified.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sliced mushrooms, and halved cherry tomatoes.
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Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture.
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Toss gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 238.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13.2g21%
- Saturated Fat 1.8g9%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 6.8mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 24.6g9%
- Dietary Fiber 2.9g12%
- Sugars 2.6g
- Protein 6.6g14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Storage: Keep the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The flavors improve after resting overnight.
Variations: Add crumbled feta cheese for a non-vegan version, or include cucumber slices and Kalamata olives for extra Mediterranean flair.
Tips: Ensure the pasta is completely cool before adding the dressing to prevent wilting of the vegetables. If the salad seems dry after chilling, add a splash more olive oil or vinegar.
