Gluten-Free Greek Pasta Salad

This Gluten-Free Greek Pasta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish, perfect for a light lunch or a side at dinner. Packed with fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing, it brings the flavors of Greece to your table.

Ingredients

• Gluten-free pasta - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and halved
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, halved Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Add the cooled pasta to the bowl with the vegetables and cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and olives, supporting heart health.

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