Mediterranean Pasta Salad Recipe

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat while still providing creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with healthier fats.

kalamata olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Green olives are lower in calories and can be more affordable.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta made from lentils

Whole grain pasta adds fiber, while lentil pasta is high in protein.

Boil water in a large pot and add pasta; cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain pasta and rinse under cold water to cool.

Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.

In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped vegetables and olives.

Crumble feta cheese over the salad mixture.

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Pour dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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