Greek Rigatoni Pasta Salad – A Fresh and Flavorful Mediterranean Delight!
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Rigatoni Pasta Salad – a fresh and flavorful Mediterranean delight that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main Dish/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 the rigatoni pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta cheese.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- For optimal flavor, refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg