Cucumber Pasta Salad Recipe
A refreshing and flavorful Cucumber Pasta Salad recipe that’s perfect for a light and satisfying meal. This gluten-free dish is loaded with fresh vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Pasta:
- 8 ounces gluten-free pasta, such as quinoa shell noodle
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salad:
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 2 cups grape tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare the gluten-free pasta according to package instructions. Rinse with cool water and toss with olive oil. Chill in the refrigerator.
- Make the Dressing: In a bowl, mix together olive oil, red wine vinegar, feta cheese, oregano, minced garlic, garlic powder, and onion powder. Combine with the chilled pasta.
- Assemble the Salad: Add diced cucumber, sliced tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped spinach to the pasta mixture. Chill until ready to serve.
- Serve: Before serving, mix in grilled meats if desired, such as grilled chicken breast. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cucumber Pasta Salad, Gluten-Free Salad, Mediterranean Recipe, Pasta Salad