By Erika Kolenic
Cold Pasta Salad with Salami, Cucumber Ribbons, Shaved Carrots, Olives & Feta
10 steps
Prep:20minCook:10min
A vibrant cold pasta salad that’s as refreshing as it is satisfying—al dente pasta tossed with ribbons of cucumber and carrot, savory salami, briny olives, and creamy feta, all brought together with a light Mediterranean dressing. Perfect for picnics, quick lunches, or sharing with friends.
Updated at: Sun, 09 Nov 2025 19:34:49 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
51
Low
Glycemic Load
27
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories496.1 kcal (25%)
Total Fat23.3 g (33%)
Carbs53.6 g (21%)
Sugars3.8 g (4%)
Protein17.7 g (35%)
Sodium1065 mg (53%)
Fiber3.5 g (12%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
250gshort pasta
fusilli, penne, or rotini work best
100gsalami
sliced into strips
1cucumber
medium, shaved into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
2carrots
medium, peeled into thin ribbons
100gfeta cheese crumbled
½ cupblack olives
or green, pitted and halved
2 Tbspextra virgin olive oil
1 Tbspred wine vinegar
or lemon juice for brightness
1 tspdried oregano
or fresh herbs like parsley/basil
salt
to taste
Black pepper
freshly ground, to taste
Instructions
Cook the pasta
Step 1
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 2
Cook pasta until al dente (about 8–10 minutes).
Step 3
Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
Prepare the vegetables
Step 4
Use a vegetable peeler to shave cucumber and carrots into ribbons.
Step 5
Pat cucumber ribbons dry with a paper towel to avoid excess water.
Mix the salad
Step 6
In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, salami strips, cucumber ribbons, carrot ribbons, olives, and crumbled feta.
Dress it up
Step 7
Whisk olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), oregano, salt, and pepper.
Step 8
Pour over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Chill and sereve
Step 9
Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Step 10
Garnish with extra herbs or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
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