Greek Rigatoni Pasta Salad – A Fresh and Flavorful Mediterranean Delight!
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Greek Rigatoni Pasta Salad – A Fresh and Flavorful Mediterranean Delight! This colorful dish brings together juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tangy Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed with a zesty dressing. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or quick meal prep, this pasta salad is not only visually appealing but also a refreshing choice for warm days. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a nutritious and satisfying option that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/3 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, mustard, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled rigatoni with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently until combined.
- Chill for at least 20 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg