Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2)
Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2)

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Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring water to a boil. In a small bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, olives and capers. In another bowl, whisk the vinaigrette, garlic and parsley. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2) is one of the most well liked of recent trending foods on earth. It is appreciated by millions every day. It is simple, it is fast, it tastes yummy. They’re fine and they look wonderful. Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2) is something which I have loved my entire life.

To get started with this recipe, we have to first prepare a few ingredients. You can have greek pasta salad (version 2) using 21 ingredients and 4 steps. Here is how you can achieve it.

The ingredients needed to make Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2):
  1. Get Dressing
  2. Prepare 2-3 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
  3. Get 1 Lemon (Juice)
  4. Take 1/2 Cup Red Wine Vinegar
  5. Prepare 1/2-2/3 Cup EV Olive Oil
  6. Take 4 Cloves Garlic (Minced)
  7. Get 6 Tbsp Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
  8. Get 3-4 tsp Dried Oregano
  9. Take Salt (To Taste)
  10. Take Pepper (To Taste)
  11. Prepare 1 tsp Sugar (Optional)
  12. Make ready Salad
  13. Take 1 lb Rotini Pasta
  14. Prepare 2 Cans Large Black Olives (Whole, Halved, or Sliced)
  15. Take 1 Large English Cucumber (Or 2 Small to Medium Ones)
  16. Take 1-2 Cups Diced Roma Tomatoes (Seeded) (@ 3 Tomatoes)
  17. Prepare 1-2 Cups Diced Red Bell Peppers (2 Peppers Seeded)
  18. Take 1 Cup Carrots (Julienned) (Optional)
  19. Make ready 8 oz Feta Cheese
  20. Take 1/2 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese (Optional)
  21. Get 1/2 Cup Fresh Parsley Chopped (Optional)

It's refreshing and so easy to make. Make up a batch of this tasty salad to serve at your next party or take it to a potluck. It is filled garden fresh ingredients and tossed in a homemade lemon garlic dressing. Make salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Steps to make Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2):
  1. Mix all Dressing Ingredients in a Jar or a Bowl EXCEPT the Olive Oil. Slowly pour in the Olive Oil while whisking. Use as much or as little as it takes to get the desired consistency. Refrigerate.
  2. Wash and Prep all the Veg. and Cheeses. Cook Pasta according to package directions. Drain Pasta and pour it into a Large Mixing Bowl, and allow it to cool.
  3. Add all of the Salad Ingredients to the bowl and fold them in. Add the Salad Dressing in and mix until you have the amount you prefer. You may use all of the Dressing. Cover and Refrigerate for at least 1 Hour, though it's best after several hours. Enjoy!
  4. You may also use a store bought Dressing, if you don't have these ingredients on hand, or if you just don't want the hassle. My favorite store bought Dressing for this recipe has been Olive Garden Italian Dressing. If I recall correctly, about 12 oz. was the perfect amount for this salad, or around half of the big 24 oz. bottle.

It is filled garden fresh ingredients and tossed in a homemade lemon garlic dressing. Make salad: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Drain, rinse under cold water and transfer to a bowl. Add remaining ingredients, toss with dressing and serve. This Greek Pasta Salad is light and fresh, loaded with garden tomatoes, bell peppers and cucumbers tossed in a homemade Greek dressing with Kalamata olives and Feta cheese.

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