Creamy Greek-Style Pasta Salad Recipe

Name: Creamy Greek-Style Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g uncooked medium pasta shells (or use small cheese tortellini pasta); 6 -8 green onions, chopped; 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped; 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped; 1 stalk celery, finely diced (optional); 1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese; ¾ cup sliced black olives; 2 large plum tomatoes, coarsley chopped (or use halved cherry tomatoes); 3 cups cooked chicken, diced (or use cooked turkey); 12-¾ cup prepared ranch dressing (or to taste); salt and black pepper; ½ cup olive oil (can use half each vegetable oil and olive oil); 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 2 -3 teaspoons sugar; 3 teaspoons dried oregano (you can add in more at the end of making the salad); 3 teaspoons dried basil; 1 -2 teaspoon seasoning salt; black pepper (to taste); ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

500 g uncooked medium pasta shells (or use small cheese tortellini pasta)
6 -8 green onions, chopped
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely diced (optional)
1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese
¾ cup sliced black olives
2 large plum tomatoes, coarsley chopped (or use halved cherry tomatoes)
3 cups cooked chicken, diced (or use cooked turkey)
12-¾ cup prepared ranch dressing (or to taste)
salt and black pepper
½ cup olive oil (can use half each vegetable oil and olive oil)
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 -3 teaspoons sugar
3 teaspoons dried oregano (you can add in more at the end of making the salad)
3 teaspoons dried basil
1 -2 teaspoon seasoning salt
black pepper (to taste)
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

1
For the dressing; in a bowl whisk together all ingredients until well blended adjusting amount to taste, then refrigerate until ready to use (the dressing may be made up to a day in advance).
2
Boil the pasta shells in boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water; place into a large bowl.
3
Add in onions, bell peppers, celery (if using) feta cheese, olives, tomatoes and cooked chicken; toss with a wooden spoon to combine.
4
Add in the prepared dressing; toss well to combine.
5
Add in Ranch dressing (start with 1/2 cup and add in more to taste).
6
Add in more oregano if desired and season with salt and lots freshly ground black pepper.
7
Cover and chill for 5 hours or more before serving.

1517

kcal

Calories

Fat

165

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g uncooked medium pasta shells (or use small cheese tortellini pasta), 6 -8 green onions, chopped, 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped, 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Creamy Greek-Style Pasta Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Greek-Style Pasta Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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