Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well and let it cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, black olives, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Customize your salad by adding proteins like grilled chicken or shrimp. For extra crunch, consider incorporating nuts or seeds. Ensure you refrigerate the salad for optimal flavor melding.
