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Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Refreshing Mediterranean Pasta Salad for Your Summer Table

This Mediterranean Pasta Salad is a vibrant and healthy dish perfect for summer, combining pasta, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables for a delightful meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 12 ounces Bowtie (Farfalle) Pasta substitute with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium Cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup Fire-Roasted Red Peppers diced
  • 1 cup Marinated Artichoke Hearts drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 cup Olives sliced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil use high-quality oil for the best flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or substitute with apple cider vinegar
  • 1 medium Fresh Lemon Juice & Zest adjust quantity based on taste preference
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or can replace with whole grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Honey or substitute with maple syrup for a vegan version
  • 2 cloves Garlic grated
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or use fresh oregano if available

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the bowtie (farfalle) pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and rinse it under cold running water until cool.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and zest, Dijon mustard, honey, grated garlic, and dried oregano until well-combined and emulsified.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced fire-roasted red peppers, marinated artichoke hearts, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sliced olives, and finely chopped red onion. Toss gently.
  4. Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the pasta mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
  5. Gently fold in crumbled feta cheese into the dressed salad, cover the bowl tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

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