Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad with Feta Cheese

This easy Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad is full of fresh veggies and herbs, tangy homemade Greek dressing, feta cheese, and fluffy little cheese-filled tortellini!! A delicious make-ahead summer salad your family and friends will devour!

❝Flavor party in your mouth! So fresh and delicious. I only had apple cider vinegar and I had some marinated feta with sun dried tomatoes in olive oil I used. I'm SUPER fussy about salad dressing so I had to taste it before I poured it all over the salad and oh my it all was just delicious. The parsley, and dill and all the flavors blended together wonderfully.❞

～Lynn

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• The Best Greek Pasta Salad!
• Ingredients for Greek Pasta Salad
• How to make Tortellini Salad:
• Storing Greek Pasta Salad
• Frequently Asked Questions
• More easy Summertime Recipes:
• Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad Recipe

The Best Greek Pasta Salad!

Is it feeling like summer where you live? I know technically the summer season doesn’t start until June 21^st but if the kiddos are out of school and it’s warm and sunny – it’s summer in my book!

Summer has always been my favorite season! Ahh the warmth of the sunshine on my skin, all the salads with fresh tomatoes and corn from my garden, the picnics at the beach, the fun cookouts and BBQ's with friends – oh what fun!

When we lived in Boston the summer season was so perfect. It was in the ’70s and ’80s with sunshine and cool breezes.  It would cool down at night so we were always around the fire pit roasting marshmallows and making s’mores. But it was always too short.

Because summer was on the shorter side we really went out of our way to enjoy every second of it. Yes – we definitely seized the summer!

Now that we live in Florida it’s summer every day! Yayyy for Sunshine State!☀️

And in honor of my favorite season and all things summery, I’m whipping up a tasty pasta salad!  A Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad to be exact!!

If you haven’t noticed I REALLY like Greek flavors. After you make this pasta salad you should try my Greek Air Fryer Chicken Kabobs or Lamb Meatballs, my Greek Chicken Burger, Greek Shrimp Pasta, and this tasty Greek Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner... they are all so good!

She’s a looker don’t you think!??  All bright and colorful! 

But she’s not just a pretty face – oh no - there is so much more to love about this easy cold pasta salad… the fresh ingredients, the tangy homemade Greek dressing, the feta cheese, and those fluffy little cheese-filled tortellini’s!! 

It’s so hearty and filling and sooo delicious! It makes a great summer side dish to take to picnics and pool parties. Can you say slaying it!?

Ingredients for Greek Pasta Salad

For the Pasta Salad:

• Cheese tortellini – The heart of the salad, adding a tender, cheesy flavor.
• Greek golden pepperoncini – Brings a tangy, mildly spicy bite that wakes up all the flavors and adds an authentic Greek flair.
• Cherry tomatoes – Juicy and sweet for a fresh, summery feel.
• Cucumbers – Crunchy and cooling, balancing all the rich flavors.
• Red onion – A pop of color, zesty flavor and crisp texture.
• Kalamata olives – Salty, briny goodness that adds authentic Greek flavor.
• Feta cheese – Creamy and tangy, tying all the ingredients together.
• Fresh parsley – Adds a pop of color and bright, clean flavor that freshens up the dish.
• Fresh dill – Classic Mediterranean herb that gives a burst of brightness and pairs nicely with the feta and the dressing.

For the Greek Dressing:

• Olive oil – The creamy base of the dressing.
• Red wine vinegar – Tangy and sharp to brighten the dish.
• Lemon juice – Adds citrusy freshness.
• Garlic – For an aromatic kick and warm flavor.
• Dijon mustard – Bold, tangy, with a bit of spiciness. It helps all the ingredients come together and emulsify.
• Honey or pure maple syrup – A touch of sweetness to balance the acidity and spice.
• Flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped – Adds a fresh herbaciousness.
• Onion powder – Deepens the flavor with a mellow, sweet-savory touch.
• Dried oregano – The signature Greek herb!
• Salt & pepper – Essential seasonings for balanced taste.

We’ll let’s get this show on the road as my mom would say…

How to make Tortellini Salad:

First, cook the pasta following the package instructions.

Next, make the dressing.  I like to put everything in a small mason jar, put the lid on it and shake it up!

Then it’s time to chop the veggies... cut up the cucumber, and slice your olives and pepperoncino (unless you’ve purchased them already sliced). Chop the red onion and parsley, slice your cherry tomatoes in half, and crumble your feta cheese.

And finally, it's time to assemble.  Gently fold all the pasta salad ingredients together including the dressing and enjoy!

Chill and serve – refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes to let the flavors blend, then dig in! The salad will get more flavorful as it sits and soaks up the dressing. 

Note: You could even top it off with some grilled chicken (like I did) and this would be a fantastic hearty, zesty summer meal! 

Storing Greek Pasta Salad

This pasta salad is a perfect make ahead side dish. Mix it up and keep it chilled until you want to serve it.

And bonus - this allows more time for those Greek flavors to infuse into the veggies and pasta. 

And if you want to make it a day in advance, gently toss all the ingredients together with half of the dressing, then cover and refrigerate.  When you are ready to serve the salad, toss it with the desired amount of the remaining dressing.  

The reason for this is that if you use all of the dressing initially your pasta will soak up it all up and will seem dry when you serve it.

If you happen to have any leftovers store them in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Ands if you're wondering about Freezing this salad it's not recommended, the tortellini and fresh veggies can get mushy and soft after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

This Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad is everything you want in a summer dish—fresh, flavorful, and incredibly easy to throw together. With its bold Mediterranean ingredients, creamy tortellini, and tangy Greek dressing, it’s sure to become your go-to side dish for cookouts, potlucks, and weekday lunches all summer long!

More easy Summertime Recipes:

• Italian Tortellini Pasta Salad
• Macaroni Salad With Dill Pickles
• Tuna Cakes with Jalapeno & Cilantro
• Broccoli Salad with Grapes & Bacon
• Jalapeno Cilantro Mexican Corn Salad Recipe
• Southwest Avocado Chicken Salad
• Mexican Quinoa Salad