Mediterranean Pasta and Kale Salad
Mediterranean Pasta and Kale Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings the essence of the Mediterranean to your table. Featuring a delightful mix of pasta, fresh vegetables, and zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a quick weeknight meal. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature—either way, it’s sure to impress with its burst of colors and flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fusilli pasta
- 4 cups fresh kale, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- ¼ medium red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- While pasta cools, massage chopped kale with olive oil in a large bowl until tender.
- Mix diced cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into the bowl with kale.
- Add cooled pasta along with crumbled feta and olives; toss gently to combine.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper; drizzle over salad before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider incorporating grilled chicken or chickpeas. Feel free to swap kale for spinach or arugula for a different flavor profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.