Description
A vibrant pasta salad combining fresh strawberries and creamy feta, perfect for picnics or a delightful lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of fusilli or rotini pasta
- 1 cup of fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup of baby spinach or arugula
- 1/4 cup of red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs like basil or mint (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by cooking your pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Prepare the salad dressing by whisking together olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Add salt and pepper.
- Combine the cooled pasta, sliced strawberries, crumbled feta, baby spinach, chopped red onion, and nuts in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes before serving, then serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
For lighter options, consider whole grain pasta or a vegan feta. Serve in hollowed vegetables for an eye-catching presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg