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Tzatziki Pasta Salad

Tzatziki Pasta Salad: Refreshing Flavor for Your Summer Gatherings

Tzatziki Pasta Salad is a vibrant dish that combines pasta with a classic Greek dip, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Gluten-free pasta works great too!
  • 1 medium Cucumber Diced or sliced.
  • 1 medium Carrot Diced evenly.
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Green onions can be used.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Fire-roasted jarred peppers enhance flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Pitted.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Dill can be substituted.
For the Creamy Dressing
  • 1 cup Plain Unsweetened Greek Yogurt Dairy-free yogurt is a great substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Omit if using fresh onion.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Substitute with 1/2 teaspoon dried dill if necessary.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • Mason jar or whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions, typically around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled rotini pasta with diced cucumber, carrot, sweet onion, bell pepper, pitted Kalamata olives, and parsley. Toss until evenly distributed.
  3. In a mason jar or bowl, add Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, onion powder, dried oregano, and fresh dill. Shake or whisk until creamy.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix thoroughly to coat all ingredients.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the salad to chill for at least 1 hour to enhance flavors. This dish keeps well in the refrigerator for up to three days, making it perfect for meal prep or potluck menus.

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