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Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Feta and Kalamata Olives Recipe

A vibrant vegan Mediterranean pasta salad loaded with Kalamata olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs tossed in zesty balsamic dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Rotini pasta uncooked: 3 cups
  • Cherry tomatoes halved: 1 ½ cups
  • Cucumber diced: 1 cup
  • Red onion thinly sliced: ½ cup
  • Bell pepper diced: 1 cup
  • Kalamata olives pitted, halved: ½ cup
  • Vegan feta cheese: ½ cup
  • Fresh parsley chopped: ¼ cup
  • Olive oil: 4 tbsp
  • Balsamic vinegar: 3 tbsp
  • Dijon mustard: 1 tsp
  • Maple syrup: 1 tsp
  • Salt: ½ tsp
  • Black pepper: ¼ tsp

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, bell pepper, olives, vegan feta, and parsley.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
  5. Chill for 20 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 310
  • Total Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Carbohydrates: 46g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 9g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin C: 23%
  • Vitamin A: 11%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Folate: 10%
  • Calcium: 9%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Add artichoke hearts for extra Mediterranean flair.
  • Use gluten-free pasta for dietary needs.
  • Fresh herbs like dill or basil can make this even more refreshing.