Greek Pasta Salad
- Preparing Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Served Person: 4
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 3/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3/4 teaspoon white sugar
- 2 1/2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
- 3 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
- 15 cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup sliced red bell peppers
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 (4 ounce) can whole black olives
- 3/4 cup sliced pepperoni sausage cut into strips
- Carbohydrate 65.2366472009517 g
- Cholesterol 25.03125 mg
- Fat 15.0404512585393 g
- Fiber 8.92385639606068 g
- Protein 16.676549374934 g
- Saturated Fat 5.52883375117164 g
- Serving Size 1 1 serving (674g)
- Sodium 340.699937244185 mg
- Sugar 56.3127908048911 g
- Trans Fat 1.20675612522277 g
- Calories 454 calories
As a busy housewife, I'm always looking for quick and easy meals that my family will love. This Greek Pasta Salad is one of my go-to recipes because it's simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
The best part about this salad is that it can be made ahead of time, so it's perfect for potlucks or picnics. I usually make a big batch on the weekend and then have it on hand for lunches or quick dinners throughout the week. It's also a great way to use up leftover pasta or vegetables.
To make the salad, simply whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, basil, oregano, black pepper, and sugar in a large bowl.
Cook the pasta according to the package directions and then add it to the dressing along with the mushrooms, tomatoes, red peppers, feta cheese, green onions, olives, and pepperoni. Toss until evenly coated.
Cover the salad and chill for at least 2 hours, or overnight. This will allow the flavors to meld and the salad to become even more flavorful.
When you're ready to serve, simply give the salad a good toss and enjoy! It's a delicious and refreshing side dish that's perfect for any occasion.
Step-by-step
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, basil, oregano, black pepper, and sugar.
- Add cooked pasta, mushrooms, tomatoes, red peppers, feta cheese, green onions, olives, and pepperoni.
- Toss until evenly coated.
- Cover, and chill 2 hours or overnight.
