Feta Dill Pasta Salad
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A fresh summer take on a classic pasta salad, this Feta Dill Pasta Salad incorporates salty feta cheese, zesty lemon and bright dill to make a bright summer side dish that can be served hot or cold. Light and satisfying, this easy pasta salad is perfect for everything from parties to meal prep.
Dill Pasta Salad Recipe
I swear, sometimes I feel like I’m raising a miniature version of my father.
My daughter, Ella, has all of the wit, fashion sense and appetite of my now 60-something father. So, in addition to feeling bullied about my own clothing choices at all times, that also means that this girl demands pasta on a nearly daily basis.
I am someone who could go a month or more without pasta, but if I tried that, I would be facing a ferocious one-girl revolution. So, I have to find easy ways to serve pasta on a regular basis without boring myself to tears since I crave variety.
Today’s dill feta pasta salad is our latest compromise – a light orecchiette pasta dressed simply with olive oil, lemon, fresh dill and salty feta cheese. It delivers the heartiness of a pasta salad with the novelty of fresh summer flavors.
Dill Feta Pasta Salad Variations:
- Add chopped cucumber for a crisp, cooling contrast to the richness of the feta.
- Stir in halved cherry tomatoes to introduce a juicy pop of sweetness.
- Use orzo pasta for a more delicate salad.
- Swap lemon pepper for ranch, Italian of za’atar seasoning
- Fold in flaked smoked salmon or shredded rotisserie chicken to turn it into a heartier main dish.
- Add a drizzle of white balsamic vinegar for a hit of sweet acidity
Why should I not rinse my pasta after cooking? Keeping the pasta warm and un-rinsed helps it absorb the lemony dressing better as it clings to the leftover starch from cooking.
Can I use dried dill instead of fresh dill? Yes, while fresh dill provides the brightest flavor, dried works in a pinch. Use 2 teaspoons of dried dill if substituting.
How to store dill feta pasta salad: This pasta salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. I do not recommend freezing it.
How can I make this dish dairy-free? Swap the feta for a plant-based alternative or omit it entirely and add chopped olives for saltiness.
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Ingredients for Dill Pasta Salad
- Dry Pasta <– this is the pasta we used for this recipe
- Olive Oil
- Lemon Juice
- Lemon Zest
- Fresh Dill, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
- Crumbled Feta Cheese
- Lemon Pepper Seasoning, or to taste <– grab our recipe for homemade lemon pepper seasoning here
Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.
Tip: check out our list of variations above to make this easy dill pasta salad uniquely your own.
Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful
- Saucepan
- Colander
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Sharp Kitchen Knife
- Cutting Board
- Micropane Grater
- Large Spoon or Spatula
How to Make a Summer Pasta Salad with Dill Weed
Prepare pasta according to package directions.
Drain but do not rinse the pasta.
Place pasta in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Toss to coat completely.
Sprinkle in lemon zest and dill, toss to distribute, then add lemon pepper seasoning and feta cheese. Taste and adjust, as desired.
Enjoy warm or refrigerate until cool.
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Dill Feta Pasta Salad
Ingredients
- 4 cups Dry Pasta
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Zest
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Dill, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
- 1/4 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Pepper Seasoning, or to taste
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 214Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 271mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 7g
Sugar, Spice and Glitter uses an auto-generate nutrition calculator. Nutrition information isn’t always accurate unless analyzed in a scientific lab, so these should be considered more of a guideline than medical information.
I hope your family loves this easy pasta salad recipe as much as mine did!
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Every step of this recipe went perfect and the whole family loved it. A new favorite.
I’m so glad to hear that! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment.