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Cucumber Pasta Salad: A Fresh, Flavorful Delight!

A refreshing and flavorful cucumber pasta salad perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 large cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a creamier salad, add 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt to the dressing.
  • To add some crunch, toss in 1/2 cup of chopped bell peppers or a handful of arugula.

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