Here’s a revised version of the Pasta Salad with Broccoli & Feta Cheese recipe designed for the Love With Recipes site:
Pasta Salad with Broccoli & Feta Cheese
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian
Description:
This Pasta Salad with Broccoli & Feta Cheese is a refreshing, healthy, and nutritious dish, perfect for warm weather outings or treks. A delightful combination of cold macaroni pasta, cherry tomatoes, tender broccoli florets, and crumbled feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing with mixed herbs and black pepper. It’s an ideal dish for satisfying small hunger pangs on the go!
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 250 grams Macaroni pasta
- 1/2 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Broccoli, cut into small florets
- 1/4 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
For the Dressing:
- 4 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 stalks Parsley leaves, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Whole Black Peppercorns, freshly pounded
- Salt, to taste
Preparation:
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Cook the Pasta:
Cook the macaroni pasta in salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool it down quickly. -
Prepare the Vegetables:
Cut the cherry tomatoes into halves and chop the broccoli into small florets. -
Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, freshly pounded black pepper, and salt. -
Assemble the Salad:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, broccoli florets, and crumbled feta cheese. -
Toss with Dressing:
Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables, then toss well to combine. Garnish with finely chopped parsley leaves. -
Serve:
Serve chilled or at room temperature. This salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light meal on a warm day.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Serves: 4
Enjoy your light and flavorful Pasta Salad with Broccoli & Feta Cheese!
This recipe perfectly balances the refreshing flavors of vegetables with the creamy tang of feta, making it a go-to side dish for any occasion.
