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Flavorful Turkish Pasta Salad with Greek Yogurt

Flavorful Turkish Pasta Salad with Greek Yogurt
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A vibrant and creamy Turkish pasta salad combining small pasta shapes with fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a tangy Greek yogurt dressing. This healthy and versatile dish is perfect as a refreshing meal or side, ready in under 30 minutes, and easily adaptable to vegan or gluten-free diets.

Ingredients

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Pasta and Base

  • 200g small pasta shapes like fusilli or penne
  • 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt

Vegetables

  • 1 medium cucumber, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ small red onion, finely chopped

Herbs and Flavorings

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ¼ tsp chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Cook and Cool the Pasta: Boil the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking and cool the pasta. Let it drain completely.
  2. Prepare the Fresh Ingredients: While the pasta cooks, chop cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh herbs like parsley and dill, preparing all vegetables and herbs for assembly.
  3. Make the Yogurt Dressing: In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt with minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy, ensuring the flavors are well blended.
  4. Toss Everything Together: Gently fold the cooled pasta, chopped vegetables, and fresh herbs into the yogurt dressing. Stir carefully to coat evenly without mashing the ingredients.
  5. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Serve chilled for best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture and richest flavor.
  • Rinse pasta under cold water after cooking to prevent sticking and stop cooking.
  • Chop ingredients uniformly for balanced bites.
  • Add fresh herbs last to preserve their color and fragrance.
  • Adjust salt and pepper after mixing, as yogurt can mellow seasoning.
  • Optional garnishes: toasted pine nuts or crumbled feta cheese add texture and richness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; stir gently before serving.
  • Freezing the salad is not recommended as yogurt dressing may separate.

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Keywords: Turkish pasta salad, Greek yogurt salad, healthy pasta salad, creamy pasta salad, gluten free pasta salad, vegetarian pasta salad

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