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Tzatziki Pasta Salad

Delightful Tzatziki Pasta Salad for a Refreshing Summer Treat

A vibrant Tzatziki Pasta Salad, combining rotini and fresh vegetables in a creamy dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 16 ounces Rotini Pasta Opt for gluten-free pasta if desired.
  • 1 Cucumber English cucumber is less bitter.
  • 1 Carrot Use any color carrot for variety.
  • 1 Sweet Onion Substitute with green onions if preferred.
  • 1 Bell Pepper Fire-roasted jarred peppers work as well.
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Ensure they're pitted.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Dill can be used as an alternative.
For the Tzatziki Dressing
  • 1 cup Plain Unsweetened Greek Yogurt Replace with coconut or soy yogurt for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a great substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Use double the amount of fresh oregano if available.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Substitute with ½ teaspoon dried dill if fresh is unavailable.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mason jar
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add 16 ounces of rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool.
  2. While the pasta cools, wash and dice your cucumber, carrot, sweet onion, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Pit and slice the Kalamata olives. Combine the vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a mason jar, mix 1 cup of plain unsweetened Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, the juice of one lemon, and a minced garlic clove. Add onion powder, dried oregano, and fresh dill. Shake until well blended.
  4. Add the cooled rotini to the bowl of mixed vegetables, pour the tzatziki dressing over the top, and gently toss until well-coated.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour before serving. Toss again before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve the salad fresh and chilled right after preparation for the best taste. Adjust seasoning like lemon juice or salt as needed.

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