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Greek Pasta Salad Open
25 minutes total
Are you looking for a delicious and healthy pasta salad recipe that fits a variety of dietary needs? Look no further than this gluten-free, lactose-free, Halal, Kosher, and vegan pasta salad with feta! This dish is perfect for those who have specific dietary needs or who simply want to try a new and flavoursome Mediterranean-inspired meal.
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Ingredients
Serves 4
| 320g | Barilla Gluten Free Penne Rigate |
| 170g | Tofu, extra-firm |
| 300g | Cherry tomatoes, halved |
| 90g | Black olives, pitted and halved |
| 1 | Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil |
| TIP | Salt to taste |
To make the Pesto
| 30g | Basil |
| 20g | Walnuts |
| 1 | Clove garlic |
| 150ml | Extra Virgin Olive Oil |
| 20g | Nutritional yeast |
| 40g | Vegetal cream |
| 2 | Ice cubes |
| TIP | If you want a stronger flavour, add half of a red onion thinly sliced. |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
To prepare the pesto, add basil, salt to taste, 2 ice cubes, garlic, nutritional yeast, walnuts, and olive oil to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Basil
- salt
- ice cubes
- garlic
- nutritional yeast
- walnuts
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
Step 2
Transfer the pesto into a bowl and combine it with the vegetal cream.
- Vegetable cream
Step 3
Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add salt, and cook the pasta for one minute less than the package directions.
- Gluten-free Penne Rigate
Step 4
Drain the pasta and toss with olive oil. Place the pasta flat on a sheet pan to cool.
- Tofu
- cherry tomatoes
Step 5
Cut the tofu into pieces about the same size as the tomatoes.
- Olives
Step 6
Add the pasta, tomatoes, olives, and tofu to a large mixing bowl.
- Pesto
Step 7
Add the pesto and toss to combine. Let the pasta salad rest until it reaches room temperature and serve
Tip
In summary, this pasta salad with feta is a delicious and healthy option that many more people can enjoy. With its flavoursome pesto sauce, protein-packed tofu, and fresh cherry tomatoes, it's the perfect dish for any occasion. Try it out and see for yourself how tasty and satisfying a plant-based meal can be!