Creamy Greek Style Pasta Salad

Creamy Greek Style Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the best Mediterranean flavors with a luscious creamy twist. This easy-to-make recipe features tender penne pasta tossed in a tangy, velvety dressing made with Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a hint of garlic. Crunchy cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese bring layers of texture and flavor, while a sprinkle of dried oregano and fresh parsley adds a classic herby aroma. Perfectly chilled for a hot day, this wholesome pasta salad is an ideal choice for picnics, potlucks, or as a light main course. Bursting with vibrant ingredients, it's a quick, crowd-pleasing side dish that celebrates the essence of Greek-inspired cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g penne pasta
• 200 g Greek yogurt
• 50 g mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 clove garlic clove, minced
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 150 g cherry tomatoes, halved
• 50 g kalamata olives, sliced
• 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
• 100 g feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water to cool. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the cooked and cooled pasta to the bowl with the dressing and toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Gently fold in the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced kalamata olives, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top, then toss lightly to combine.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if desired.

Step 7

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve cold as a side dish or a light main course, garnished with additional parsley or feta if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1065.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2120.8

Total Fat 88.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 139.0mg	0%
Sodium 3231.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 67.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 725.4mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 1616.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.6%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 49.5%