Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant shores of Greece with our tantalizing recipe for Feta Herb Greek Salad Penne. This delightful dish artfully combines the freshness of a classic Greek salad with the comforting warmth of penne pasta, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Get ready to indulge in a delightful medley of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, vibrant bell peppers, tangy feta cheese, and aromatic herbs, all harmoniously tossed in a zesty dressing that captures the essence of the Mediterranean.
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"GREEK SALAD" PENNE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add the chickpeas, garlic, red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
- Add the olives, pasta and the reserved pasta cooking water to the pot; cook 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the arugula and oregano until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the feta and drizzle with olive oil.
GREEK FETA SALAD
With juicy tomatoes, feta cheese, onions and olives slightly marinated in a red wine vinaigrette, this light and refreshing salad is just right for those hot spring and summer days. -Jill Bowers, Huntington, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8-10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- On a serving platter, layer tomatoes and onion. Top with feta cheese and olives. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar and oregano; drizzle over salad. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
GREEK PASTA SALAD
Great summer pasta salad.
Provided by Danielle Laroche
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the penne, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Rinse with cold water and drain well in a colander set in the sink.
- Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and olive oil. Set aside. Combine pasta, tomatoes, onion, green and red peppers, cucumber, olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Pour vinaigrette over the pasta and mix together. Cover and chill for 3 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.3 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 23.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 258.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
GREEK-STYLE PENNE WITH FRESH TOMATOES, FETA, AND DILL
Categories Pasta Tomato Vegetarian Quick & Easy Feta Summer Dill Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix first 6 ingredients in large bowl. Set tomato mixture aside.
- Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Add hot pasta to tomato mixture and toss to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
PENNE WITH CUCUMBERS, TOMATOES AND FETA CHEESE SALAD
Its beginning to look like spring which leads to summer. This is a great summer salad when the vegetables are fresh and abundant. The key is using a very good olive oil, it is best served at room temperature and should not be made in advance it will taste fresher and at its peak flavor if made when needed.
Provided by Pumpkie
Categories Penne
Time 1h40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wash, core, and chop the tomatoes into 1/2 inch cubes.
- Peel the cucumbers, quarter lengthwise and into slivers, I have also cut them into cubes. Put the slivers or cubes in a bowl of cold water.
- Peel, trim and mince the garlic.
- Rinse the mint leaves, pat them dry and coarsely chop them.
- In a small skillet, cook the garlic in the olive oil over low heat, stirring until softened, but do not let it brown. Add the pepper flakes, anc cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature. Then blend in vinegar.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to directions for an al dente pasta. Drain the pasta. To prevent the pasta from sticking you can spread it out on a large baking sheet and let it cool for about 15 minutes.
- Drain the cucumbers.
- In a large ceramic bowl add pasta, the tomatoes, cucumbers, mint, olives and seasoned olive oil. Toss well until past is uniformly shiny. Crumble the feta cheese into the salad and toss to combine. Best served within an hour of finishing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 992, Fat 56.2, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 67.5, Sodium 960.4, Carbohydrate 106.4, Fiber 15.8, Sugar 9.7, Protein 21.9
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your salad will taste. If possible, buy your vegetables from a farmers market or local grocery store.
- Don't overcook the pasta: Penne should be cooked al dente, which means it should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
- Let the salad cool before serving: This will help the flavors to meld together.
- Use a variety of toppings: The more toppings you use, the more flavorful your salad will be. Some good options include feta cheese, olives, tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions.
- Drizzle with a flavorful dressing: A good dressing can really make a salad. Try using a vinaigrette, a creamy dressing, or a Greek dressing.
Conclusion:
This feta herb Greek salad penne is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of fresh vegetables, flavorful dressing, and tangy feta cheese, this salad is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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