Easy Greek Pasta Salad with Light Homemade Dressing
Yield: 6 servingsEasy Greek Pasta Salad with Light Homemade Dressing
Servings: 6
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 8 oz. uncooked rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat feta cheese
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
For the light Greek dressing:
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cool.
- Add the pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley to a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl or mason jar, whisk together the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend together.
- Toss once more before serving and garnish with additional feta if desired.
Notes
NUTRITION INFORMATION:
1 of 6 servings
203 calories, 4g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 318 mg sodium, 34g total carbs, 3g dietary fiber, 4g sugars, 8g protein (myfitnesspal.com)