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Horiatiki Pasta Salad

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This summery Horiatiki Pasta Salad combines pasta, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing. A refreshing and vibrant dish, it’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light dinner during warm weather.

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 8 oz short pasta (e.g., penne or farfalle)
  • 1 English cucumber
  • 2 Roma tomatoes (use a third if small)
  • 1 medium bell pepper (green, red, or yellow), diced
  • 1/2 small red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped dill (or substitute with mint)

For the Dressing:

  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp white or red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the Pasta:
    • Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente, following the package instructions.
    • Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to remove excess starch and prevent sticking. Toss with a drizzle of olive oil and set aside in a large bowl.
  • Prepare the Vegetables:
    • Slice the cucumber lengthwise into quarters, remove the seeds, and chop into small quarter slices.
    • Core and dice the bell pepper.
    • Halve the tomatoes, remove the seeds and juicy centers, then chop into cubes.
    • Dice the red onion and halve the Kalamata olives.
  • Mix the Salad:
    • Combine the pasta with the cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
  • Make the Dressing:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Assemble the Salad:
    • Just before serving, add the chopped parsley, dill (or mint), and the dressing to the salad. Toss well to coat.

Notes

  • This salad can be made ahead, but it’s best to add the fresh herbs and dressing just before serving to keep the salad vibrant.
  • If you want a more tangy dressing, you can add a little extra lemon juice or vinegar.
  • Feel free to substitute the pasta with gluten-free pasta or another type of short pasta if preferred.

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