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A large bowl of addictive crack pasta salad with tomatoes and feta.

Addictive Crack Pasta Salad: The Best 25-Minute Recipe

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  • Author: Ashley
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious and addictive pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and zesty Italian dressing—perfect for gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (your choice)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and allow to cool completely.

2. In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, black olives, and feta cheese.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together Italian dressing, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until evenly coated.

5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.


Notes

Feel free to add or substitute vegetables to your preference.

This salad tastes even better when made a day in advance.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg