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. Combine pasta, tomatoes, onion, green and red peppers, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over the pasta and mix together. How to Make Greek Pasta Salad.

Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2) is one of the most favored of current trending foods in the world. It is enjoyed by millions daily. It’s easy, it is quick, it tastes delicious. They are nice and they look wonderful. Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2) is something that I have loved my entire life.

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

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

In another bowl, whisk the vinaigrette, garlic and parsley. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. TIP: Use leftover capers to add tanginess to pasta sauce or pizza.. Easy Greek pasta salad with cucumbers and tomatoes has all of the flavors of a Greek salad with addition of pasta.

Instructions 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.

TIP: Use leftover capers to add tanginess to pasta sauce or pizza.. Easy Greek pasta salad with cucumbers and tomatoes has all of the flavors of a Greek salad with addition of pasta. 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.

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