1-First Step: Prepare Your Ingredients Begin by washing and chopping your veggies to ensure everything is fresh and ready. For instance, slice the cucumber into ¼-inch pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes to release their juices. Don’t forget to cook the 1 pound of rotini pasta according to the package, then rinse and cool it so it doesn’t stick together!

2-Second Step: Mix the Salad Base Grab a large bowl and add 3 cups of baby spinach as your base, then toss in the cooled pasta, 1 ½ cups of cucumber, 1 pint of halved cherry tomatoes, 1 cup of olives, and ½ cup of sliced red onion. This step builds the foundation of your Greek Spinach Pasta Salad, layering flavors that will make your mouth water.

3-Third Step: Add the Cheese Sprinkle in 6 ounces of crumbled feta cheese over the mix for that creamy touch. If you’re adapting for dietary needs, like going vegan, swap it out here to keep things inclusive and delicious.

4-Fourth Step: Make the Dressing In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, ¼ cup red wine vinegar, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper. This creates a zesty dressing that ties everything together, and it’s ready in just a minute!

5-Final Step: Combine and Serve Pour the dressing over your salad and toss until every bite is coated, then let it chill for a bit if you like. For the best results, serve it fresh, and remember, it only takes 15 minutes total to prepare. If you’re looking for more salad ideas, try our light lemon shrimp pasta for a similar twist!