Greek Penne Pasta Salad

Greek Penne Pasta Salad

4.4 of 5 (57)
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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 12
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 189.9
  • Total Fat: 8.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 3.3 mg
  • Sodium: 272.3 mg
  • Total Carbs: 28.1 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.2 g
  • Protein: 6.9 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Greek Penne Pasta Salad calories by ingredient


Introduction

This penne pasta salad is a healthier take on a classic cookout side dish. This penne pasta salad is a healthier take on a classic cookout side dish.
Number of Servings: 12

Ingredients

    1 (13.25-ounce) box whole-wheat penne
    1 cup cooked fava beans or edamame
    12 black olives, chopped (optional--omitting will reduce sodium)
    1/2 a red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
    2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, quartered
    juice and zest of one lemon
    1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
    1/4 cup olive oil
    1/2 t dried oregano
    handful each fresh basil and parsley, leaves only, chopped
    pinch red pepper flakes
    4 ounces crumbled reduced-fat feta (about 1 cup)

Tips

Serve over greens, if desired.


Directions

Prepare the pasta according to package directions, omitting any salt or fat.
In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, except the feta.
Drain the pasta and immediately toss with the veggies and dressing.
Refrigerate for at least an hour, up to overnight. Add feta just before serving.

Serving Size: Serves 12. 1 1/2 cups per serving

Member Ratings For This Recipe


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    Incredible!
    8 of 8 people found this review helpful
    The was amazing. I served it as a cold pasta salad with Greek boneless pork chops. It was almost impossible to eat only one serving. For the leftovers-I warmed it up to serve as a hot pasta and tossed in sliced grilled chicken that I had seasoned with dry Good season Italian dressing. OMG!!! - 7/10/13


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    Incredible!
    8 of 8 people found this review helpful
    This is so refreshing!!! I didn't change a thing. Thank You. - 7/4/13


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    6 of 12 people found this review helpful
    As I look at the recipe and the picture of it determining whether I will try it - they don't match! Clearly there are thin slices of cucumber in the picture which aren't listed in the ingredients. The greens that are pictured aren't basil or parsley leaves. What's up with that? - 3/26/15


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    4 of 5 people found this review helpful
    I make one very similar to this one but I don't use any oil. No one in the family even noticed. When I told them after they enjoyed their meal, they were very surprised and don't add any now when they make it. I do like the idea of adding beans for more protein. Thank you for sharing. - 3/26/15


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    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
    I'm not a fan of black olives, but when I try this I'll substitute Kalamata olives for a truly Greek salad. - 1/12/15


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    My husband and I love this Greek penne pasta salad. I wouldn't change a thing! It's absolutely delicious! - 3/26/17


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    I made this Greek penne pasta salad for lunch yesterday and it was absolutely delicious! - 3/26/17


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This is one of my favorite salads - 3/26/17


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    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This is delicious! - 3/26/17


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Really enjoyed this! - 3/26/17


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    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Oooh... this sounds so good! I want to really make that dressing! - 3/23/17


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    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Yummy - 3/13/17


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    I love this recipe and didn't change a thing except I love using zests from citrus fruit that I sprinkle over the top. - 3/26/15


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This is a very tasty and easy to prepare salad. Quite filling. Great for pot luck lunches or dinner. - 8/30/13


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    1 of 3 people found this review helpful
    Is it possible to use another kind of bean? - 8/27/13

    Reply from STEPFANIER (8/27/13)
    Sure--use any bean you like



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    Good
    1 of 5 people found this review helpful
    Yummy - 6/30/13


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    :) - 5/25/21


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    I just sent this to my husband, who is the cook in the family! - 3/26/21


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    Very Good
    I made mine with half the pasta and it was really good - 3/26/21


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    Yes - 3/26/21


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    not sure we will try this one - 3/26/21


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    good - 2/25/21


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    Incredible!
    yum - 2/12/21


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    Good - 2/12/21


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    Incredible!
    I made this but cut the recipe back for less servings, I did add some cucumbers because it was in the picture. Very good, but I think next time more veggies and less pasta. I used the mini penne, I like the smaller size, and Greek olives. - 7/29/20


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    Incredible!
    This turned out awesome! - 7/14/20


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    Very Good
    Served it on lettuce with leftover grilled chicken. Delicious summer meal - 7/14/20


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    Good - 6/19/20


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    I did not have penne pasta at home and substituted with some couscous that I had. And increased the onion. It was a hit with the family - 3/27/20


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    Not a fan. I think the pasta was to heavy. Just my opinion - 3/26/20


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    ..I USUALLY ADD FRESH CHOPPED GARLIC - 3/26/20


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    Incredible!
    Oh this was so delicious thank you for the recipe - 3/26/20


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    O.K.
    Ok - 3/26/20


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    Salad without pasta looks good - 3/26/20


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    Will make - 1/6/20


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    Great! - 11/12/19


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    looks very colorful and yummy... only thing I would add would be sliced mushrooms - 10/2/19


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    Thanks - 7/17/19


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    Very Good
    I used fava beans for the recipe (I don't eat enough of them) and left out the olives (not a fan). I will definitely fix this again. - 6/14/19


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    Incredible!
    I used Kalamata olives instead of black. I cut the recipe in half and added roasted chicken breast for a full meal. - 6/10/19


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    Good
    yummy - 3/26/19


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    O.K.
    Dressing is bad tasting - 3/26/19


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    yummy...I could eat this right now...but will make it tomorrow... - 3/21/19


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    Incredible!
    love this no cheese though - 2/2/19


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    Very Good
    Never thought to add pasta - 1/29/19


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    Incredible!
    YUMMY - 1/10/19


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    TASTY - 11/17/18


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    Incredible!
    very good - 9/23/18


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    Incredible!
    Really loved the flavor combinations in this! Yum! - 9/4/18


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    Awesome salad on a hot day! So refreshing and good. - 8/25/18


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    looks yummy - 8/14/18


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    tasty - 8/12/18


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    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    It was okay. I really don't like cold pasta. - 8/11/18


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    thinking I'd like better with spinach instead of basil and/or parsley leaves - 8/2/18


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    Incredible!
    So flavorful! - 7/31/18


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    Very Good
    Thanks for sharing - 6/20/18


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    Nice - 6/14/18


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    Fantastic salad!!! - 5/13/18


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    Incredible!
    A wonderful warm Do lunch - 5/2/18


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    Incredible!
    outstanding!!! - 4/24/18


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    It's been awhile since I made this but now I remember how much everyone liked it. Served it cold with Greek Lemon chicken, grilled. Oh Boy! dinner tonite! We like the edamame w/ it best and a bit of orange bell pepper added too. - 4/11/18


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    Want to try this. - 3/30/18


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    This looks good. I will have to try it. - 3/26/18


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    Incredible!
    Delicious - 3/26/18


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    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Not a feta fan but would change to a cheese we like. Thanks. - 3/26/18


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    nice - 3/26/18


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    Incredible!
    Delicious - 3/26/18


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    I love the sound of this pasta salad. Have to take a dish for Good Friday to family pot luck. I am sure my family will love this as much as I will. Thanks for posting it. Will make just the right amount. - 3/26/18


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    Incredible!
    Nice refreshing salad that is good and easy to make. Can make many variations to keep it fresh! - 3/26/18


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    Very Good
    tried this and loved it - 3/26/18


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    Incredible!
    I love this salad! - 3/26/18


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    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    I did not like this but then that is my personal preference - 3/26/18


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    very good - 3/26/18


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    O.K.
    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Not into pasta - 3/26/18


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    This is a great lunch or dinner choice. - 3/26/18


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    I make this often. I love it. - 3/26/18


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    Yummy - 3/26/18


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    I am going to make this but without the pasta. - 3/26/18


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    No olives for me - 3/26/18


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    Made this just as it is listed except I left out the red pepper flakes. I will definitely be making it again. - 2/24/18


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    Great job - 2/22/18


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    Good
    Good - 2/22/18


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    Great, really like it. - 2/14/18


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    not a big fan of Greek food, but this look good. - 1/31/18


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    Good
    good - 12/31/17


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    Incredible!
    yum. - 12/29/17


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    Very Good
    Yummy - 12/29/17


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    Thanks for the recipe. - 10/24/17


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    great idea - 9/17/17


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    tasty! - 9/15/17


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    Saw my local grocery store is carry a new pasta product: mini-penne. This pasta is shaped the same as normal Penne, but each individual noodle is much smaller. Might use it to give something like this a try to save calories. - 9/15/17


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    Very Good
    LOVE THIS. TASTY. - 9/13/17


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    Incredible!
    Love salads, this was delicious. I put 1/2 of the pasta in, being diabetic - 9/13/17


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    great recipe - 9/11/17


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    Very Good
    salads are great this time of year! - 9/10/17


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    nice - 9/7/17


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    love cold pasta salad - 9/6/17


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    Very Good
    I used Kalamata olives in place of black olives. - 9/5/17


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    substitute shredded zucchini for pasta - 9/1/17


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    Incredible!
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