Greek-Inspired Gemelli Pasta Salad

Greek-Inspired Gemelli Pasta Salad

Go Greek with this delicious Greek-inspired pasta salad!

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

Dressing

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Salad

  • 1 (16 ounce) package gemelli pasta
  • 3 cups firmly packed baby spinach leaves
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 (6 ounce) container crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
  • ¾ medium English cucumber, peeled and diced
  • ½ large red onion, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1
Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, Dijon, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add gemelli and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 8 to 11 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drain again.

Step 3
Transfer gemelli to a large bowl. Add spinach, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, cucumber, and red onion. Toss with dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

424
Calories
22g
Fat
48g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 424
% Daily Value *
Total Fat22g 28%
Saturated Fat6g 28%
Cholesterol19mg 6%
Sodium552mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate48g 17%
Dietary Fiber3g 11%
Total Sugars4g
Protein12g
Vitamin C12mg 60%
Calcium143mg 11%
Iron3mg 14%
Potassium322mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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