Open Pasta salad with feta
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Open Pasta salad with feta
25 minutes total
- Moderate
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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy pasta salad recipe that fits a variety of dietary needs? Look no further than this pasta salad with feta! This dish is perfect for those who have specific dietary restrictions or who simply want to try a new and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired meal.
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Ingredients
Serves 4
| 1 box | Barilla® Gluten Free Penne Rigate |
| 1 jar | Vegan pesto* |
| 1 cup | Tofu extra firm |
| 1 ½ pint | Cherry tomatoes, halved |
| ½ cup | Black olives, pitted and halved |
| 1 tablespoon | Extra virgin olive oil |
| To taste | Salt |
*VEGAN PESTO SAUCE:
| 2 cups | Basil |
| 2 tbs | Walnuts |
| 1 /2 clove | Garlic |
| 4/5 cup | Extra virgin olive oil |
| 2 tbs | Nutritional yeast |
| 4 tbs | Plant-based cream |
| 2 | Ice cubes |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Tip
If you want a stronger flavor, add half of a red onion thinly sliced on top.
Method
Step 1
Here are seven easy steps to prepare the perfect open pasta salad with feta:
Step 2
To prepare the pesto put in a blender the basil, salt to taste, 2 ice cubes, garlic, yeast, walnut and olive oil and blend until smooth.
- Basil
- salt
- ice cubes
- garlic
- nutritional yeast
- walnuts
- olive oil
Step 3
Transfer the pesto into a bowl and combine with the cream.
- Vegetable cream
Step 4
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook pasta one minute less than package directions. Drain pasta, and toss with olive oil. Place pasta flat on a sheet pan to cool.
- Gluten-Free Penne Rigate
Step 5
Cut the tofu in pieces about the same size as the tomatoes.
- Tofu
- cherry tomatoes
Step 6
Add pasta, tomatoes, olives and tofu’ to a large mixing bowl.
- Olives
Step 7
Add pesto; toss to combine, let it rest until room temperature and serve.
- Pesto
Passive cooking
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Tip
In summary, this pasta salad with feta is a delicious and healthy option that more people can enjoy. With its flavorful pesto sauce, protein-packed tofu, and fresh vegetables, it's the perfect dish for any occasion. Try it out and see for yourself how tasty and satisfying this meal can be!