Greek Pasta Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound penne pasta
• 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente.
2. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, feta, olives, onion, cucumber, sun-dried tomatoes, and dill.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and oregano.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 300mg
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Dietary fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 5g
• Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and flavorful
• Perfect for a light summer meal or side dish
• Packed with Greek flavors
• Easy to prepare

User Comments:

• "This Greek pasta salad is a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of Greece." - Sarah J.
• "I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is amazing. The feta, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes give it a great flavor." - John D.
• "This salad is perfect for a summer party or picnic. It's light and refreshing, and everyone loves it." - Mary S.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find kalamata olives, you can use black olives instead.
• Sun-dried tomatoes can be found in the produce section of most supermarkets.
• You can add other ingredients to the salad, such as grilled chicken or shrimp.