Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1). Wow.those seem like a lot of changes but I don't think it affected the overall essence of the dish. BTW: This is an embellished version of Greek Pasta Salad III.stick with this one. All the flavors of classic Greek salad in a picnic-ready pasta salad! Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1)

You can have Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1) using 20 ingredients and 5 steps. Here is how you cook it.

Ingredients of Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1)
  1. You need of Dressing.
  2. You need 2 Tbsp of Dijon Mustard.
  3. You need 1 of Lemon (Juice).
  4. It’s 1/2 Cup of Red Wine Vinegar.
  5. Prepare 1/2-2/3 Cup of Olive Oil.
  6. It’s 4 Cloves of Garlic (Minced).
  7. It’s 6 Tbsp of Fresh Parsley (Chopped).
  8. Prepare 3-4 tsp of Dried Oregano.
  9. You need of Salt (To Taste).
  10. You need of Pepper (To Taste).
  11. It’s 1 tsp of Sugar (Optional).
  12. Prepare of Salad.
  13. You need 1 lb of Rotini Pasta.
  14. You need 8 oz of Feta Cheese.
  15. You need 2 (6 oz.) of Cans Large Black Olives (Halved or Sliced).
  16. Prepare 1 Cup of Carrots (Julienned).
  17. It’s 1-2 Cup of Roma Tomatoes (Diced).
  18. You need 1 Cup of Broccoli Florets (Cut in small pieces)(Blanched 2 Mins).
  19. You need 1 Cup of Cauliflower Florets (Cut in small pieces)(Blanched 2 Mins).
  20. Prepare 1/2 Cup of Freshly Grated Parmesan (Optional).

This Greek Pasta Salad is light and fresh, loaded with garden tomatoes, bell peppers and cucumbers. Perfect for summer parties or potlucks! I love pasta salad, but taking my Greek Salad recipe and adding it to pasta is my favorite when I want a light pasta salad with no mayo. This greek pasta salad is a light and fresh combination of colorful veggies, olives, and feta cheese.

Greek Pasta Salad (Version 1) instructions

  1. Prepare Pasta according to package directions. Shock or Rinse in Cold Water to stop cooking. Set aside..

  2. Mix all Dressing Ingredients in a medium bowl, except the Olive Oil. Pour Olive Oil in while stirring constantly, until consistency is right. Set aside..

  3. Prepare and Cut all Vegetables. When cutting the Tomatoes, remember to scoop out the seeds and juice, before dicing. Bring a Large Pot of Salted Water to a boil. Add Broccoli and Cauliflower Florets. Cook for Two Minutes. Strain and Shock in Cold Water. Drain and Set Aside..

  4. Pour Dressing in a Large Mixing Bowl. Add all Ingredients except Pasta. Stir. Add Pasta. Fold all Ingredients together. Taste for seasoning. If using Freshly Grated Parmesan, add it now. Mix everything again..

  5. Cover and Refrigerate for at least 1 Hour. Best if chilled for Several Hours. Enjoy!.

It's the perfect side dish for any summer gathering! To make Greek pasta salad, you'll need to chop your veggies first. I use a combination of cucumber, green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion. Greek pasta salad with kalamata olives and oregano vinaigrette. The basic reasoning behind that is: A) pasta salad can take any and all kind of summer vegetables you have on hand and be perfectly happy and delicious, and B) pasta salad is easy as hell and gets even better after a day in the fridge.