SPICED PASTA, AVOCADO AND ONION-FETA SALAD

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Spiced Pasta, Avocado and Onion-Feta Salad image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     pastas, project, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 pound fusilli
2 jalapenos, seeded and minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
6 medium red onions, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup crumbled feta
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 red and 3 yellow bell peppers, roasted, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
3 avocados, peeled, pitted and cubed
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
12 cups salad greens
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the fusilli in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain, rinse and drain well. Place in a bowl and toss with the jalapenos, olive oil, cilantro, salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Place the onions on baking sheets and brush with oil. Broil until browned, about 5 minutes. Cool and coarsely chop. Place in a bowl and toss with the feta, salt and pepper.
  • Place the roasted peppers in a bowl and toss with the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Place the avocados in a bowl and toss with the lime juice, garlic, salt and Tabasco.
  • Place the salad greens in a large bowl and toss with the olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pass the dishes separately, letting guests build their own salads.

chioma musau
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This salad is so delicious and healthy. I love that it's packed with fresh vegetables.


warren campodonico
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Angela Onodu
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for a summer party.


Provat Kumar
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I've tried this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Caitlin Pegher
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Pumpkin Head Gaming
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salads, but this one is amazing! The dressing is so flavorful and the avocado and feta add a nice touch.


ali Hamza
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This salad is so delicious and healthy. I love that it's packed with fresh vegetables.


SUJIT PRO Player
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Md Romal gemar
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect side dish for a summer party.


Margarita Tobon
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I've tried this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover pasta.


Buster Bvumawaranda
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Suprise Mkhabela
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Pulane Myburgh
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This salad is delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.


Ruchal Migma
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. The dressing is so flavorful and the avocado and feta add a nice creamy texture.


MD Mokarim
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This salad is so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Prabhat Khadka
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salads, but this one is amazing! The dressing is light and flavorful, and the avocado and feta add a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Alamin Badsha
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of avocado, onion, and feta. It's the perfect side dish for a summer cookout.


Princess Sasha
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more complete meal.


Azo Azo
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This salad was a hit at my last party! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. The avocado and feta added a creamy richness, while the onions and spices gave it a nice kick. I will definitely be making this again.