Sandy's Cucumber Tomato Pasta Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, Sandy's Cucumber Tomato Pasta Salad is the perfect side dish for any occasion. This vibrant pasta salad combines tender rotini or bowtie pasta with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet red onion, all tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette featuring extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic. Creamy crumbled feta adds a deliciously savory finish, while optional fresh parsley brings an herbaceous touch. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes and served chilled, this easy recipe is ideal for potlucks, picnics, or light lunches. Pair it with grilled meats or keep it vegetarian as a stand-alone entrée that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 oz Pasta (rotini or bowtie)
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside to cool.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Peel the cucumber if desired, and dice it into small cubes. Halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables, and toss gently to combine.

Step 6

Add the crumbled feta cheese to the salad and mix lightly to incorporate.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle fresh parsley over the salad as a garnish before serving.

Step 8

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1078.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1065.1

Total Fat 62.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 2178.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 104.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 29.4g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 515.3mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1414.0mg	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: 51.2%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 38.1%