Refreshing Pasta Salad with Feta & Olives – Ready in 15 Mins

Cold Pasta Salad with Feta & Olives

Looking for a quick, refreshing side that’s bursting with Mediterranean flavor? This cold pasta salad brings together tender pasta, peppery arugula, briny olives, and creamy feta, all tossed in a light olive‑oil dressing. It’s ready in just a few minutes and is perfect for lunch, a picnic, or a light dinner.

Ingredients

• 10 oz pasta (any shape you like)
• ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives
• 3 Tbsp crumbled feta cheese
• 1 cup chopped arugula
• 2 Tbsp extra‑virgin olive oil
• ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme
• Salt, to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process.
2. Mix the cooled pasta with arugula, olives, salt, pepper, and oregano in a large bowl, tossing until evenly coated.
3. Sprinkle the crumbled feta over the salad and drizzle with olive oil.
4. Toss gently one more time, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving cold.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 350 | Fat: 22 g | Carbs: 35 g | Protein: 10 g