We’re now into the dog-days of summer and fresh vegetables are plentiful. I’m lucky that my daughter gives me a lot of veggies from her backyard garden and I’m always looking for new ways to use them. Just last week she gave me some freshly picked tomatoes, bell peppers and cucumbers which would be perfect in this recipe.
Today’s guest post recipe is courtesy of Pasta Fits and will approximately 8 servings. Serve with grilled chicken, fish, or pork tenderloin if desired. You’ll find additional free recipes on the Pasta Fits website.
Greek Pasta Salad Recipe
4 oz. cavatappi
3 tbsp. olive oil
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. honey
1/4 tsp. each salt and pepper
3 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 cup/5 oz. chopped cucumber
1 cup/6 oz. chopped tomato
1/2 cup/3 oz. chopped red pepper
1/4 cup/1.5 oz. finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup/1.5 oz. pitted and chopped kalamata olives
1/4 cup/1.5 oz. finely crumbled feta cheese
4 cups/4 oz. chopped or torn red leaf lettuce
Cook cavatappi according to package directions. Drain and let cool completely.
Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, mustard, oregano, honey, salt and pepper until combined. Stir in parsley.
Add cucumber, tomato, red pepper, onion, olives and feta to bowl; add pasta and toss well. Let stand for at least 10 minutes. Just before serving, toss with lettuce.
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This is a delicious recipe. I have never made a Greek pasta salad.
I think this would be so good. I could see his going to a picnic and sprinkling the feta on top when you got there. I actually love anything Greek. We do not have a Greek place in our town but have one abou an hour away which we love to go to.
I had never heard of cavatappi. But I love Greek flavors and pretty much any pasta dish, so this sounds great.
This looks delicious and is a great way to use fresh summer veggies from the garden (or farmer’s market).
I always order the Greek salad at my favorite place so I know I’d like this salad. I’m not familiar with cavatappi pasta.
This looks delicious! I really like the idea that you are using a more updated version of pasta in the cavatappi and not macaroni. This would be a lovely go to for a picnic or pot luck.
A good pasta salad is perfect for me! Totally loving your recent recipe posts 🙂
I have never made this before and now I sure want to. I love your healthy recipes that you share they are always nice to see I am always looking for new ideas.