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Pasta salads have gained immense popularity as a go-to dish for gatherings, picnics, and potlucks, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that appeals to all palates. Among the myriad of variations available, the Creamy Greek Pasta Salad stands out as a vibrant and healthful option, infused with the essence of the Mediterranean. This dish is not only a feast for the eyes with its colorful ingredients but also a nutritious choice that combines the heartiness of pasta with the freshness of vegetables and the rich flavors of Greek cuisine.

Creamy Greek Pasta Salad

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Creamy Greek Pasta Salad. Packed with colorful vegetables, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying. Ideal for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a side at family dinners, it features rotini pasta that perfectly captures the creamy dressing. With easy preparation steps, this delightful salad is a feast for your taste buds and a treat for the eyes. Enjoy a taste of Greece today!
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Ingredients
  

8 oz (about 2 cups) of rotini pasta

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cucumber, diced

1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved

1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1/2 red onion, finely chopped

1 bell pepper (green, red, or yellow), diced

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)

For the Creamy Dressing:

1/2 cup Greek yogurt

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

    Prepare the Vegetables: While the pasta is cooling, chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.

      Make the Creamy Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste until smooth and creamy.

        Combine Ingredients: Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the chopped vegetables. Then, fold in the Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, parsley, and dill.

          Add the Dressing: Pour the creamy dressing over the pasta salad mixture and gently stir until everything is well coated.

            Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled, garnished with additional feta cheese and fresh herbs, if desired.

              Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 45 min | 6 servings