Easy Creamy Greek Pasta Salad Recipe

This Greek Pasta Salad Recipe, loaded with veggies, grilled chicken, and feta, tossed in a tangy yogurt sauce, the perfect summer meal!

This Greek Pasta Salad recipe is just the kind of dish I’m talking about. It’s made with crisp, fresh veggies, grilled chicken, crumbled feta and tossed in a tangy, creamy sauce.

Summer is in full swing, my friends! What better way to fend off the heat than with a refreshing lunch or dinner? I love eating a bit lighter during the summer and creating cold dishes and drinks really helps me to feel not as weighed down.

This is just bursting with flavor! AND, it’s a meal all on it’s own, score! But, of course the main ingredient in a pasta salad is the pasta.

For this dish, I used the Cellentani variety. Not only is it just a fun shape, but it being hollow in the middle with grooves really helps the sauce to stick to the outside.

We regularly bring it to potlucks and gatherings and everyone is always asking for the recipe, which makes me feel good because we know how much we love it.

Plus, I think it’s easier to have a cold salad ready for dinner, just throw it together whenever you have an extra 30 minutes, then take it out, and you’re good to go!

Especially when it comes to this Greek Pasta Salad recipe! It is so easy to whip together and is super tasty that everyone enjoys it.

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• WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
• INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
• HOW TO MAKE GREEK PASTA SALAD RECIPE:
• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
• WHAT KIND OF NOODLES ARE THE BEST TO USE?
• CAN THIS BE MADE AHEAD?
• ANY ADDITIONS?
• ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
• HOW TO STORE:
• DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
• Greek Pasta Salad

1. Simple and fresh ingredients really work well to create this easy Greek pasta salad.
2. You can substitute any vegetable in this recipe or remove them if you do not enjoy them.
3. The homemade dressing really gives this easy pasta salad recipe its flavor.

• Cellentani Pasta (cooked, drained, and cooled)
• Cooked chicken (diced)
• Grape tomatoes (sliced in half)
• Feta cheese crumbles
• Persian cucumbers (cut in half lengthwise and sliced)
• Kalamata olives
• Red onion (sliced very thin)
• Mayonnaise
• Plain Greek yogurt
• Lemon juice (fresh squeezed)
• Garlic (minced)
• Water
• Whole grain mustard
• Granulated sugar
• Worcestershire sauce
• Dried oregano
• Salt
• Black Pepper

1. Mix together all of the dressing ingredients until combined in a large bowl, set aside.
2. Add the cooked noodles and toss them in the dressing.
3. Add the chicken, tomatoes, feta, cucumbers, olives, and onion. Stir to combine, serve immediately, or chill until serving.

WHAT KIND OF NOODLES ARE THE BEST TO USE?

Cellentani or corkscrew-shaped pasta is ideal because it holds onto the creamy dressing well.

However, you can also use penne pasta, bow tie pasta, or orzo pasta if you prefer a different shape.

Really, whatever small pasta shape you want.

CAN THIS BE MADE AHEAD?

Yes, this great side dish can be made ahead.

Simply prepare the salad and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

For the best results, stir the salad just before serving to freshen it up.

ANY ADDITIONS?

This delicious greek pasta salad can take all kinds of additions.

All that tender pasta and homemade Greek dressing make my mouth water!

• Bell peppers: Add diced red or green bell peppers for a sweet crunch.
• Cherry tomatoes: Swap grape tomatoes for cherry tomatoes for a slightly different flavor.
• Fresh herbs: Add fresh dill or parsley for a burst of fresh flavor.
• Pine nuts: Sprinkle toasted pine nuts for a nutty texture.
• Green onions: Thinly slice green onions for a mild onion flavor.
• Red peppers: Add roasted red peppers for extra sweetness and a smoky flavor.
• Crisp Cucumbers: Include English cucumbers for a crisp, refreshing bite.
• Black olives: Swap kalamata olives for black olives if preferred.
• Sun-dried tomatoes: Add sun-dried tomatoes for a tangy twist.
• Feta cheese crumbles: Add more feta for an extra creamy texture.

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

This is the perfect side dish for summer cookouts.

By the way, I think it’s even tastier the next day!

• Whole wheat pasta for Cellentani: Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
• Miracle Whip for mayonnaise: Substitute Miracle Whip for mayo for a tangier flavor.
• Chicken thighs for chicken breast: Use grilled or roasted chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
• Red wine vinegar for lemon juice: Substitute red wine vinegar for lemon juice in the dressing.
• English cucumbers for Persian cucumbers: Use English cucumbers if you can’t find Persian cucumbers.
• Greek yogurt for plain yogurt: If you prefer a thicker dressing, use Greek yogurt in place of regular yogurt.

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This recipe shouldn’t be left out too long at room temperature for risk of bacteria growing. So it is best stored cooled.

You can place this crowd-pleasing side dish in an airtight container such as a Tupperware container for ziploc bag and it should keep in your refrigerator for about 3-4 days.

I do not suggest freezing.

If you want a fun and easy summertime recipe, this Greek Pasta Salad Recipe has to be at the top of your list, easy, filling, and absolutely delicious!

I know how much we love this, especially with all the fresh vegetables, and I think you would enjoy it, too.

It is super simple, and by using homemade dressing, you feel a little more accomplished.

If you’ve tried this GREEK PASTA SALAD RECIPE, let me know in the comments how it turned out! You can follow me over on PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK to find some more of our mouthwatering recipes!