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Summer Greek Pasta Salad: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe You Must Try

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Ingredients

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  • 12 oz. pasta (penne or fusilli works best)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

Creating your Summer Greek Pasta Salad is easy when you follow these simple steps:

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
  1. Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooking, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and basil into bite-sized pieces.
  1. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
  1. Add the Dressing: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  1. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.
  1. Chill (Optional): For best flavor, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  1. Serve: Give the salad a final toss just before serving.

These steps will guide you to create an incredible Summer Greek Pasta Salad that is sure to please anyone!

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