PASTA SALAD WITH GRILLED ASPARAGUS, PIMIENTO AND FETA

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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fusilli pasta
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup, plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 bunch medium asparagus (about 1 pound)
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
One 4-ounce jar sliced pimientos, drained and chopped into bite-size pieces
1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
3/4 cup chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Cook the pasta in well-salted boiling water according to the package directions for fully cooked (not al dente). Drain the pasta, rinse under cold water to stop the cooking and toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside. Meanwhile, snap the woody ends off the bottoms of the asparagus and toss in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and some pepper. Grill, turning occasionally, until charred and tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a Food Network CookingGreen Bamboo Cutting Board and cut into bite-size pieces. Whisk together the lemon zest and juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, some pepper and the remaining 1/2 cup olive oil in a large bowl. Add the pasta, asparagus pimientos, feta and dill and toss to combine. Let stand 30 minutes at room temperature so the flavors can meld before serving.

Malusi Mzila
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I would recommend making some adjustments to suit your own taste.


Aldo Medina
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I didn't have any pimiento on hand, so I used roasted red peppers instead. It was still delicious!


fondzenso peter
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The asparagus was a bit tough, even after grilling it for the recommended time.


Latif Bhatti
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I found that the dressing was a bit too oily for my taste.


Karim Bahar
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This pasta salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.


Paula Scott
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This is a great recipe to experiment with different ingredients. I've also made it with grilled zucchini and artichoke hearts.


Maria Shahbaz
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I added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes to this recipe and it was even better!


Aahill Ali
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This pasta salad is a great way to use up leftover grilled asparagus.


Soniya Rai
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is a game-changer. It's so fresh and flavorful.


Muhammadalikhan67 Muhammadalikhan67
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had. The grilled asparagus is a genius addition.


Jumatic pro Starbowy
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Anandhaseelan Anandhaseelan
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This recipe is a keeper! It's going to be a regular in my summer meal rotation.


joshua smith
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I love the combination of asparagus, pimiento, and feta in this pasta salad. It's a unique and flavorful dish that everyone will love.


Ana M
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This is a great recipe for a summer cookout or picnic. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold.


Nowback
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This pasta salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The grilled asparagus adds a smoky sweetness, the pimiento adds a tangy kick, and the feta cheese adds a salty creaminess.