Lunch Recipe

Mediterranean Pasta Salad

A fresh Mediterranean pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta, herbs, and a bright lemon olive oil dressing.

20 mins Easy Lunch
Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Ingredients

  • 250g pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup olives, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

2

Drain the pasta and rinse briefly under cold water to cool it down.

3

Add pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta to a large bowl.

4

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.

5

Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently.

6

Finish with fresh parsley and extra feta before serving.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This Mediterranean pasta salad is colorful, fresh, and easy to prepare. It is perfect for warm lunches, picnics, meal prep, or simple summer dinners.

  • Fresh and colorful summer flavors
  • Perfect for meal prep
  • Easy to serve cold
  • Great for picnics and outdoor lunches

Ingredient Notes

Short pasta shapes like fusilli, penne, or rotini work best because they hold the dressing and mix easily with the vegetables.

Feta adds creaminess and saltiness, while lemon juice and olive oil keep the salad bright, light, and refreshing.

Tips For The Best Pasta Salad

  • Cook the pasta just until al dente.
  • Let the pasta cool before adding the vegetables.
  • Add dressing gradually and toss gently.
  • Chill before serving for the freshest flavor.

Variations

Add grilled chicken, chickpeas, roasted red peppers, artichokes, avocado, fresh basil, or a spoonful of pesto for a different Mediterranean twist.