One-Pot Greek Pasta Recipe

If you need a quick yet super tasty dinner option, then my recipe for one-pot Greek pasta has you covered! Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, it combines freshly cooked pasta, zesty Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, cheese, and fresh herbs in one pan. This vegetarian recipe makes for a great main or side dish!

Who doesn’t love a hearty bowl of pasta? It’s filling, delicious, and always hits the spot! If you’re searching for a new kind of pasta recipe to try, you’re in luck. My Greek pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion — from busy weeknights to family potlucks. I hope you enjoy this fresh twist on pasta as much as I do. Happy eating!

A plate of Greek rotini pasta salad with cherry tomatoes, red onions, olives, greens, and crumbled feta cheese, served with a fork on a textured surface.

Why You’ll Love This Flavorful Pasta Recipe

It offers bold, savory, and tangy flavors in every bite.
This recipe uses simple ingredients that can likely be found at your nearest grocery store.
It has minimal prep time.
It comes together in one pan, making cleanup a breeze.
It’s customizable! You can make changes to the recipe to suit your personal preferences, such as adding veggies, using your favorite noodles, or making it vegan and/or gluten-free.
It’s a certified crowd-pleaser all year long! You can enjoy it warm in the winter or cold during the summer months.

A plate of Greek pasta salad features vegetable rotini tossed with cherry tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and red onion, garnished with fresh herbs and served elegantly with a fork.

Ingredient Notes

Pasta Of Choice: Acts as the base of the dish that absorbs the fresh flavors of the other ingredients. Use gluten-free pasta if necessary. I like to use fusilli for this recipe, but you can use any type or shape you prefer.

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Cherry Tomatoes: Bring color, a touch of sweetness, and pleasant acidity to this Greek pasta dish.

Kalamata Olives: Offer a bold and briny flavor that contrasts the tomatoes well. They also add color and texture to the dish.

Feta Cheese: Adds both a tangy, creamy taste and crumbly texture to the pasta. If vegetarian, be certain to use rennet-free feta cheese (my favorite is made by Organic Valley!). Likewise, if vegan, use a plant-based feta.

Red Onion: Contributes a mild, slightly sweet flavor.

Fresh Parsley: Adds a pop of green color with a slightly peppery taste.

Olive Oil: Helps coat the pasta to prevent it from clumping together.

Red Wine Vinegar: Provides acidity, depth of flavor, and balance to the dish.

Dried Oregano: Adds a robustly earthy, slightly spicy and bitter flavor.

Dijon Mustard: Adds a layer of complexity and flavor to the Greek pasta. If you do not have Dijon, any mustard will do.

Garlic: Imparts that quintessential savory garlic flavor.

Salt and Black Pepper: Enhance the natural flavors of the other ingredients in the dish.

A glass plate of Greek pasta salad with fusilli, cherry tomatoes, red onions, olives, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh herbs. Fork on the side.

How to Make Greek Pasta

A metal bowl brimming with chopped red onion, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, parsley, and a twist of Greek pasta delights the senses.

A glass measuring cup brimming with olive oil and mixed herbs sits ready, viewed from above, waiting to bring that signature freshness to your Greek pasta dishes.

A bowl of Greek pasta featuring fusilli mixed with sliced red onions, cherry tomatoes, black olives, chopped parsley, and pesto.

A close-up of a Greek pasta salad with rotini, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, olives, parsley, and a blue spoon.

A plate of Greek pasta salad with rotini, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, olives, feta cheese, and parsley is elegantly presented on a clear glass dish.

Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta as directed on the package. While it cooks, chop the vegetables and parsley.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
Drain the pasta and return it to the pot. Add the tomatoes, olives, feta, red onion, and parsley. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to combine.
Garnish with extra parsley or feta, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

A plate of Greek pasta salad featuring rotini, cherry tomatoes, black olives, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley. Served on a clear glass plate with a fork beside it.

What to Serve with Greek Pasta

Fresh greens and vegetables drizzled with Greek dressing.
Roasted vegetables like cabbage steaks or golden beets.
Hummus with pita bread.
Gigantes Plaki or other Greek dishes.
Veggies drizzled with Tzatziki sauce.
Pan-fried cheese with a splash of lemon juice.
A crispy component like my halloumi fritters or air fryer falafel.

A glass plate showcasing a Greek pasta salad with fusilli, cherry tomatoes, sliced olives, feta cheese, red onions, and herbs. A fork is placed on the side.

Expert Tips

Don’t overcook the pasta — aim for al dente — you don’t want the pasta to get too soft or soggy.
Adding a pinch of salt to the noodles when cooking helps give them a bit of initial flavor.
If you would like the pasta to have a more herby taste, a sprinkle of fresh basil or dill will do the trick.
If preferred, you can incorporate roasted vegetables (like zucchini or eggplant) into the dish to give it a smoky, caramelized flavor.
You don’t always have to serve the dish warm! You can store the pasta in the fridge, then serve it as a cold Greek pasta salad instead. It tastes delightful both ways!
Sprinkle on some grated parmesan cheese before serving.

A clear glass plate showcases a delightful Greek pasta salad featuring fusilli, cherry tomatoes, red onions, olives, parsley, and crumbled feta cheese. A fork rests beside this vibrant Mediterranean dish.

Storing and Reheating

Store any leftover Greek pasta in an airtight container, then keep it in the refrigerator. It’ll be good to eat for up to three days.

You can reheat the pasta on the stovetop, in the oven, or microwave. Stir in between to ensure an even heating, then top with extra virgin olive oil, feta cheese, or parsley before serving to revive the flavors.

A plate of Greek pasta salad featuring fusilli, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, feta cheese, and parsley rests on a textured background with a fork beside it.

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