Discover the refreshing Chilled Mediterranean Delight: Pasta Salad, a vibrant dish bursting with flavor and health benefits. This adaptable recipe features colorful vegetables, proteins like chicken or chickpeas, and a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, potlucks, and easy meal prep, it combines nutritious ingredients that align with the Mediterranean diet. Enjoy a deliciously light yet satisfying salad that can be customized to fit any dietary need while pleasing every palate.
2 cups rotini or fusilli pasta
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced into bite-sized pieces
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced into small cubes
1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced lengthwise
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled for easy incorporation
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped finely
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped coarsely
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
Juice of 1 lemon, freshly squeezed