Easy Greek Pasta Salad Fresh and Flavorful Delight

Ingredients

• 8 ounces rotini pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 whole cucumber, diced
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• to taste salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and feta cheese.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
5. Stir in the chopped parsley, ensuring it is distributed throughout the salad.
6. Allow the salad to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.