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Horiatiki Pasta Salad

Fresh Horiatiki Pasta Salad: A Bright Greek Table Delight

This Horiatiki Pasta Salad is a quick, healthy, veggie-packed dish perfect for lunch or dinner, combining Greek flavors with pasta.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Short Pasta opt for penne or farfalle
  • 1 English Cucumber slice into small pieces
  • 2 Roma Tomatoes remove seeds for consistency
  • 1 Medium Bell Pepper any color
  • ½ small Red Onion soak in water for milder taste
  • ½ cup Kalamata Olives substitute with green olives if desired
  • ¾ cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup Chopped Parsley fresh parsley for best flavor
  • ¼ cup Chopped Dill optional but recommended
For the Dressing
  • cup Olive Oil high-quality extra virgin
  • 3 tbsp Lemon Juice adjust to taste
  • 3 tbsp Vinegar white or red wine
  • 1 tbsp Honey to balance acidity
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano essential for Mediterranean flavor
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • ½ tsp Salt to taste
  • ½ tsp Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add 8 ounces of short pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, wash and slice one English cucumber into small pieces. Core and seed two Roma tomatoes, chop them, and add to a large mixing bowl with the cucumber.
  3. Chop one medium bell pepper into small pieces and thinly slice half of a small red onion, adding both to the bowl.
  4. Stir in half a cup of Kalamata olives and crumble three-quarters of a cup of feta cheese over the vegetables, mixing gently.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together two cloves of minced garlic, two-thirds cup of olive oil, three tablespoons of lemon juice, and three tablespoons of vinegar. Add honey, Dijon mustard, oregano, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until coated. For better flavor, let it sit for about 30 minutes.
  7. Finally, sprinkle in a quarter cup each of chopped parsley and dill, tossing one last time before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy this salad fresh; avoid freezing as it can compromise texture. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Chill for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor fusion.

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