Greek Pasta Salad: Healthy Salad Recipe for Picky Eaters

I’ve got a healthy salad recipe for picky eaters that has become a family fave. This Greek Pasta Salad is loaded with fresh veggies, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese! Ooooh, and the dressing is YUM while staying on the healthier side. WIN, WIN

If you find that you are lacking some of the ingredients for this pasta salad, do not worry. Try swapping out some of the veggies with some that are already in your refrigerator for an even easier meal! This salad can truly be anything you want and are craving. It is so versatile that’s what helps to get our picky eaters loving it.

Greek Pasta Salad: Healthy Salad Recipe for Picky Eaters

Are you like me trying to find healthy salad recipes for picky eaters that are mom-friendly and waistline-friendly? You can make this pasta salad 2 ways without much effort. If you are on a low carb or keto diet I find using zoodles instead of the pasta makes it an easy dish for us low carb eaters while letting the ones that love pasta in my home still have their favorite dish.

Enjoy this healthy and delicious Greek Pasta Salad in just two steps!  We often add some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a heartier meal for dinner. A crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for parties, potlucks, and picnics. Truly loaded with freshness!

If you are on a low carb or keto diet I find using zoodles instead of the pasta makes it an easy dish for us low carb eaters while letting the ones that love pasta in my home still have their favorite dish.

If you’re looking for a salad with rice you really enjoy this Tuna Rice Salad recipe. You can also serve these Caesar Chicken Wraps with this pasta salad do make a meal that is super filling without being too heavy.

Ingredients

• 2 cup of cooked pasta of your choice
• 1 cup baby spinach washed and dried
• several Kalamata olives, chopped
• 2/3 cup of cucumber, chopped
• 1/2 Cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tsp of dried oregano
• 2 tsp of lemon juice
• 2 tsp of red wine vinegar
• 4 tbsp. of olive oil
• 1/2 red onion, sliced
• 2 fat clove of garlic, minced
• Crumbled feta cheese to taste

Directions

1. In a jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, and oregano and keep aside. This salad dressing shaker is one of my favorites.
2. Next, in a bowl, toss together the rest of the ingredients, drizzle the vinaigrette and enjoy!

My kiddos have been taking home lunch for the past couple of years. This Greek Pasta Salad is one of their favorite recipes to take. It stays fresh and yummy and it gives me the opportunity to slip in a sweet lunchbox note to encourage and show them how much I love them while they are away at school. Get the FREE Download.

You can add coriander and fresh chili to bring more life and spice to this hearty, delicious Greek pasta salad. When served chilled on a hot day, truly no one can resist!

Now you’re on your way to having more options for healthy salad recipes for picky eaters!

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Greek Pasta Salad: Healthy Salad Recipe for Picky Eaters

Yield: 2

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Enjoy this healthy and delicious Greek Pasta Salad in just two steps!  We often add some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a heartier meal. A crowd-pleasing side dish perfect for Summer parties, potlucks, and picnics. Truly loaded with freshness!

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Ingredients

• 2 cup of cooked pasta of your choice
• 1 cup baby spinach washed and dried
• serveral Kalamata olives, chopped
• 2/3 cup of cucumber, chopped
• 1/2 Cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tsp of dried oregano
• 2 tsp of lemon juice
• 2 tsp of red wine vinegar
• 4 tbsp. of olive oil
• 1/2 red onion, sliced
• 2 fat clove of garlic, minced
• Crumbled feta cheese to taste

Instructions

1. In a jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic and oregano and keep aside.
2. In a bowl, toss together the rest of the ingredients, drizzle the vinaigrette and enjoy!

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