Sun-Dried Tomato & Feta Pasta Salad
If you love Mediterranean flavors, this Sun-Dried Tomato & Feta Pasta Salad is a must-try! It’s a vibrant, savory, and slightly tangy dish packed with briny feta, chewy sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing.
This pasta salad is perfect for meal prep, picnics, BBQs, or as a quick weeknight meal. The ingredients blend beautifully, creating a salad that’s both hearty and refreshing. Serve it chilled or at room temperature—it’s delicious either way!
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Salad:
12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or bowtie work best)
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed, drained, and lightly patted dry)
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ small red onion, finely sliced
¼ cup black or Kalamata olives, sliced
¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
⅓ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey (optional, for slight sweetness)
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions (about 9–10 minutes for al dente).
Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, basil, and parsley.
Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat evenly.
Add Feta & Serve
Gently fold in crumbled feta to keep it from breaking apart too much.
Serve immediately or chill for at least 20–30 minutes for the flavors to meld.
Tips & Variations
Add protein:
Grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas make it a full meal.
Make it gluten-free:
Use gluten-free pasta.
Add extra crunch:
Toss in toasted pine nuts or almonds.
Spicy twist:
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Storage:
Stays fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition (Per Serving, Approx.)
Calories: 320
Protein: 9g
Carbs: 38g
Fat: 14g
Fiber: 4g