Mediterranean Diet Nudelsalat (German Pasta Salad)

Elevate your salad game with this Mediterranean Diet Nudelsalat, a vibrant twist on the classic German pasta salad! Packed with wholesome whole wheat fusilli, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy black olives, this dish is a delicious medley of fresh Mediterranean flavors. Creamy feta cheese and aromatic fresh basil add richness, while a zesty Dijon-lemon dressing ties everything together with a refreshing finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this healthy and hearty pasta salad is perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or light lunches. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for a nutritious, diet-friendly dish that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Keywords: Mediterranean Diet, German Pasta Salad, healthy pasta salad, quick meal, Mediterranean flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams whole wheat fusilli pasta
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 100 grams black olives
• 100 grams feta cheese
• 1 small red onion
• 10 grams fresh basil
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the whole wheat fusilli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and chop the red bell pepper into small pieces. Slice the black olives and finely chop the red onion.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, black olives, and red onion.

Step 4

Crumble the feta cheese over the pasta salad and add the freshly chopped basil leaves.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 7

Let the salad sit for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your healthy and refreshing Mediterranean Diet Nudelsalat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1173.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1805.2

Total Fat 83.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 89mg	0%
Sodium 3194.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.1g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 52.4g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 790.4mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 2453.0mg	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: 40.1%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 48.8%