5-Minute Mediterranean Pasta Salad No-Cook
This 5-Minute Mediterranean Pasta Salad is fresh, flavorful, and completely no-cook. Toss pre-cooked pasta with veggies, feta, and olive oil for an easy summer meal or side dish.
Method
- Place cold cooked pasta in large bowl.
- Add halved tomatoes, diced cucumber and olives.
- Crumble feta cheese over top.
- Drizzle with Italian dressing.
- Toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
This 5-Minute Mediterranean Pasta Salad (No-Cook) is the ultimate quick and refreshing summer dish. Made with pre-cooked pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, and a light olive oil dressing, this vibrant salad comes together in minutes — no stove required.
Perfect for busy days, lunchboxes, picnics, BBQ parties, or meal prep, this easy Mediterranean pasta salad delivers bold flavors with minimal effort. Simply toss everything in a bowl and serve for a healthy, colorful, and satisfying meal.
If you’re looking for a fast, no-cook pasta salad recipe packed with fresh Mediterranean flavors, this 5-minute version is a must-try.
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 320 kcal
- Protein
- 10 g
- Carbs
- 38 g
- Fat
- 16 g
- Fibre
- 3 g
- Sugar
- 5 g
- Sodium
- 580 mg
Values are estimates based on USDA FoodData Central and vary with brands and portioning.
Chef notes
Use leftover pasta from yesterday's dinner! Cold pasta is actually better for pasta salad.
Substitutions
- Rotini: Penne or farfalle — Italian dressing: Olive oil and lemon|Feta: Goat cheese or mozzarella
Serving suggestions
Perfect for potlucks, picnics, and meal prep lunches throughout the week.
Storage
Refrigerate up to 5 days - flavors improve!
Reheating
Eat cold.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Spoon
Variations
- Greek: Add chickpeas
- Caprese: Mozzarella and basil
- Antipasto: Add salami and pepperoncini
Why it works
Cold pasta absorbs dressing without getting mushy, making it ideal for no-cook salads.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use warm pasta?
Yes, but chill before adding dressing.
Best pasta shape?
Short shapes hold dressing best.
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