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

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Adding some yogurt might be an option for a nice creamy version.may try that next time as well. Greek Pasta Salad II. this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. All the flavors of classic Greek salad in a picnic-ready pasta salad! We've got kalamata olives, tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese, all tossed with pasta and a lemony dressing.

Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2) is one of the most well liked of current trending foods in the world. It is easy, it’s fast, it tastes delicious. It’s appreciated by millions every day. Greek Pasta Salad (Version 2) is something which I have loved my whole life. They’re fine and they look fantastic.

To begin with this recipe, we must prepare a few ingredients. You can have greek pasta salad (version 2) using 20 ingredients and 4 steps. Here is how you cook it.

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

This greek pasta salad is one thing that I've been craving lately. I love pasta salad and usually stick to my normal tried and true recipe, but I I think I've found it in this Greek Pasta Salad. The tanginess of the kalamata olives and the sweetness of the sun dried tomatoes are a perfect combination. Go Greek with your pasta salad by stirring in cucumber, tomato, olives, spinach, and feta, and tossing in a tangy vinaigrette.

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.

The tanginess of the kalamata olives and the sweetness of the sun dried tomatoes are a perfect combination. Go Greek with your pasta salad by stirring in cucumber, tomato, olives, spinach, and feta, and tossing in a tangy vinaigrette. Greek Pasta Salad is a must have side dish recipe! It's so bright and refreshing, it's jam packed with veggies and bits of tangy feta, and it's perfectly Greek Pasta Salad and a Fun Competition. Who doesn't love an intense cooking competition?

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