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Tzatziki Pasta Salad Recipe

Creamy Tzatziki Pasta Salad Recipe You'll Love to Share

Discover this Tzatziki Pasta Salad Recipe featuring refreshing vegetables and creamy yogurt dressing. A quick, gluten-free vegetarian option perfect for summer gatherings!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta can swap for gluten-free pasta
For the Vegetables
  • 1 Cucumber English cucumbers work best
  • 1 Carrot grated carrot adds extra crunch
  • 1 Sweet Onion green onions can be a lighter substitute
  • 1 Bell Pepper fire-roasted for a smoky variant
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives ensure they’re pitted
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley can substitute with dill or basil
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt use dairy-free yogurt for vegan
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar white wine vinegar works in a pinch
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder can omit if using fresh onions
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano fresh oregano can be used, doubling amount
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill mint can be a refreshing alternative

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • mason jar or small bowl
  • Spatula
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to the package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the pasta cools, finely dice the cucumbers, carrots, sweet onion, and bell pepper. Toss in Kalamata olives and parsley.
  3. In a mason jar or bowl, combine Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, onion powder, dried oregano, and fresh dill. Shake or stir until smooth.
  4. Once the pasta is cool, add it to the mixed vegetables, pour over the dressing, and toss until well combined.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving, allowing flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the salad to chill and meld together before serving. Adjust dressing thickness as needed.

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