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Feta Artichoke Pasta Salad

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Feta, artichoke, olives, and tomatoes make this the perfect summer pasta salad. Or you can eat it year round, like I do.

overhead shot of red bowl of pasta salad

Serve this Feta Artichoke Pasta Salad at your next BBQ with other sides like macaroni salad, potato salad, and macaroni & cheese.

I first had this pasta salad at a function I went to with my mom & liked it so much that I tracked down the host and got the recipe. I think next time I’ll add some some sun dried tomatoes, too.

It’s perfect for a picnic/BBQ since there’s no mayo in it that you have to worry about keeping cool.

I also make the full batch and pack it for lunches throughout the week.

large red bowl of feta artichoke pasta salad

Ingredients

Below is a list of the ingredients you’ll need to gather to make this recipe. Scroll all the way down for the full recipe card.

  • Noodles
  • Crumbled Feta Cheese
  • Black Olives
  • Green Olives
  • Tomatoes
  • Artichoke Hearts
  • Onion
  • Italian Seasoning
  • Ranch Seasoning Mix – either homemade or one packet
  • Olive Oil
  • Parmesan Cheese

Tips & Suggestions

  • Use your favorite noodle shape. I usually opt for mostaccioli or mini ziti.
  • Buy pre-sliced olives to save time.
  • I buy the artichoke hearts packed in olive oil. Drain the oil before you chop them up.
  • Store extra pasta in the fridge, covered, for up to 4 days. If it is a bit dry on day 2 or 3, just add some more olive oil and toss.
overhead shot of bowl of pasta salad

Equipment you’ll need

  • Colander – I have a colander with a handle and it’s actually one of my favorite kitchen tools.
  • Serving Bowl – I like bowls with lids for storing leftovers.
  • Olive Oil Dispenser – I keep this on my counter and not only is it pretty, it’s very useful!

Need more side dishes? Try these:

red bowl of pasta salad with feta & artichoke pasta salad text overlay

Pasta Salad with Feta & Artichoke Hearts

Feta Artichoke Pasta Salad

Melissa Williams | Persnickety Plates
This simple pasta salad filled with feta, artichoke hearts, olives, and tomatoes is great all year round!
4.67 from 9 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 302 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1 pound mini ziti or mostaccioli
  • olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix homemade or 1 packet
  • 2 medium roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 small red onion diced (or 1 Tb dried onion)
  • 12 ounces artichoke hearts chopped
  • 6 ounces black olives sliced
  • 3 ounces green olives sliced
  • 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • parmesan cheese to taste

Instructions
 

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the pasta and cook until tender. Drain and set aside.
    1 pound mini ziti
  • Pour the cooked pasta into a large bowl and lightly coat the pasta with olive oil.
    olive oil
  • Add the ranch seasoning and stir.
    2 Tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix
  • Add the tomatoes, onion, artichokes, and olives. Toss.
    2 medium roma tomatoes, 1 small red onion, 12 ounces artichoke hearts, 6 ounces black olives, 3 ounces green olives
  • Add in the feta cheese and Italian seasoning and toss again.
    6 ounces crumbled feta cheese, 2 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
    parmesan cheese
  • If pasta gets too dry, add a little more olive oil and re-toss.

Notes

  • Use your favorite noodle shape. I usually opt for mostaccioli or mini ziti.
  • Buy pre-sliced olives to save time.
  • I buy the artichoke hearts packed in olive oil. Drain the oil before you chop them up.
  • Store extra pasta in the fridge, covered. If it is a bit dry on day 2 or 3, just add some more olive oil and toss.
  • All ingredients (olives, artichokes, feta) can be increased or decreased to suit your tastebuds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 302kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 1073mgPotassium: 190mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 369IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 161mgIron: 1mg

Nutritional information is an estimate and provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

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  1. Rachel Willis says

    Pasta salad is a favorite summer side in our house. now I have a new one to make instead of the same one every time. YUM!

  2. Helen Skipka says

    5 stars
    The best pasta salad I have ever made. Rave reviews!!!!

  3. Denise Ann Corley says

    5 stars
    Soooo delicious! I added some grilled chicken for a complete meal and it was fantastic. The only problem is that I ate way too much of it! Thanks so much for a great recipe.

    • Melissa Williams says

      I have that problem often lol I’m so glad you liked it!

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