Welcome! I am so happy you chose to gather around my table. My name is Mia Swinehart and I am a registered dietitian with a passion for simple healthy recipes, women's hormonal health, and overall wellness!
Easy Mediterranean Pasta Salad! Is there anything better than a good, fresh pasta salad in the Summer? This one is hands down my favorite to make!
I can’t believe I have never had a pasta salad recipe up on the blog! It’s one of the easiest Summer meals to make for a quick dinner, or to bring to a gathering. It’s so easy to pack it with lots of fresh veggies for a healthy option that is still so satisfying and delicious.
This dish is bright, fresh, flavorful, and nourishing. It checks all the boxes!
This Mediterranean Pasta Salad is made with:
Pasta (any you love- I prefer penne, bow tie, or spirals for a pasta salad)
Cucumber
Tomatoes (red, yellow, orange, or a mix of all 3!)
Olives
Arugula
Shallot or red onion
Feta
Vinaigrette
That’s it! A simple Summer dish that never disappoints and that everyone will devour!
Can this be made gluten free?
Yes- but be sure to use a gluten free pasta that you trust not to get too mushy or fall apart! I also find that gluten free pasta in this dish is best served fresh, as it can sometimes get a bit dry in the refrigerator.
Can this be made dairy free?
The feta in this pasta salad adds lots of flavor to this dish! To make this dairy free, I recommend subbing with a dairy free feta if you can get your hands on some!
This is about to be your new favorite Summer side dish! I cannot wait for you guys to make this Mediterranean Pasta Salad! Enjoy! xo
Easy 15 minute Mediterranean pasta salad packed with flavor and veggies!
Ingredients
Scale
12 oz pasta of choice
2 cups arugula
1 cup cucumber, peeled and diced
1 cup tomatoes, diced (for cherry tomatoes just slice in half)*
1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives
1/4 cup thinly sliced shallot (can sub red onion)
4–5 oz of feta cheese
1/2 cup vinaigrette (use any store bought or homemade dressing you love!)
Black pepper
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and immediately rinse with cold water.
Add all veggies and the drained pasta to a large mixing bowl. Add feta and vinaigrette and give everything a good stir. Top with fresh cracked black pepper, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
*I used yellow tomatoes for mine, but feel free to use red, yellow, orange, or a mix of all 3!
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