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Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Mediterranean Pasta Salad
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Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing Mediterranean Pasta Salad. Bursting with colorful vegetables, olives, and crumbled feta cheese, this dish is tossed in a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette that elevates every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a quick weeknight meal, it’s easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed as a standalone dish or paired with grilled chicken, this salad is sure to impress family and friends alike. Make it ahead of time for an even more delicious experience as the flavors meld together!

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces dry pasta (farfalle)
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2/3 cup sliced kalamata olives
  • 4 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 2 small garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly-cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • pinch of crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Prepare vegetables: dice cucumber and halve cherry tomatoes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, honey, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; whisk until blended.
  4. In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta with cucumber, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and red onion.
  5. Pour vinaigrette over pasta mixture; toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour before serving.

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