Name: Creamy Strawberry Feta Pasta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2/3 cup (160g) Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup (60ml) apple cider vinegar; 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup (85g) honey; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground dry mustard (or 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard); 1 tablespoon poppy seeds; 1 pound dry pasta (elbow, bow tie, rotini, etc.); 5 cups chopped romaine lettuce; 1–1.5 lbs strawberries, sliced; 2 avocados, diced; 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese; 3/4 cup (85g) slivered or sliced almonds

Description

Looking for a refreshing, flavorful pasta salad that’s perfect for any occasion? This Creamy Strawberry Feta Pasta Salad combines sweet, juicy strawberries, creamy feta, and tender pasta, all tossed in a tangy homemade poppy seed dressing. Easy to prepare and even better the next day, it’s the perfect dish for a light meal, side, or potluck!

Ingredients

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or the Poppy Seed Dressing:

2/3 cup (160g) Greek yogurt
1/4 cup (60ml) apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup (85g) honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground dry mustard (or 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard)
1 tablespoon poppy seeds

For the Pasta Salad:

1 pound dry pasta (elbow, bow tie, rotini, etc.)
5 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1–1.5 lbs strawberries, sliced
2 avocados, diced
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3/4 cup (85g) slivered or sliced almonds

Instructions

Cook the Pasta:
Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Make the Poppy Seed Dressing:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, ground mustard, and poppy seeds until smooth.
Prepare the Salad Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped romaine lettuce, sliced strawberries, diced avocados, crumbled feta cheese, and slivered almonds.
Toss the Salad:
Pour the poppy seed dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Chill:
Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. For best flavor, allow it to sit for a day or two to let the flavors meld.
Serve and Enjoy:
Before serving, sprinkle some extra feta and almonds on top if desired. Enjoy fresh or store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

This salad tastes even better on day 2 or 3, making it perfect for meal prep or planning ahead for events.
To keep the avocado from browning, consider adding it right before serving if you’re storing the salad for multiple days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes