Ingredients for Kittencal's Creamy Greek Style Pasta Salad
- 1 pound Rotini Pasta
- 1 English cucumber
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes
- 1 bell pepper
- 1/2 cup red onion
- 1 cup Kalamata olives
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Dijon Mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Sugar
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
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How to Make Kittencal's Creamy Greek Style Pasta Salad
- Cook 1 pound pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water until completely cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, 1 English cucumber (diced), 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes (halved), 1 bell pepper (diced), 1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped), 1 cup Kalamata olives (halved), and 1 cup crumbled feta cheese.
- Gently toss to combine.
- **Make the dressing:** In a food processor, add 2 cloves garlic and pulse until minced.
- Add 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Process until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add 1/3 cup mayonnaise (adjust to your desired creaminess). Process until fully combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld. Enjoy!
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
22 g
Sugar
23g
Fat
37g
Carbs
17g
