Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delectable Penne Pasta Salad, infused with the essence of Greek cuisine. Embark on a culinary journey to create three enticing variations of this classic dish. Dive into the refreshing taste of the Traditional Greek Penne Pasta Salad, where tangy feta cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and vibrant bell peppers dance harmoniously with succulent penne pasta, all tossed in a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs.
For a burst of bold flavors, venture into the Spicy Penne Pasta Salad, a tantalizing fusion of spicy sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and Kalamata olives. The hint of chili flakes adds a subtle warmth, while creamy feta cheese brings a welcome balance.
If you crave a vegetarian delight, the Vegan Penne Pasta Salad beckons with its symphony of fresh and flavorful ingredients. Grilled zucchini, roasted red peppers, and sweet corn mingle with tender penne pasta, coated in a delectable dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and a touch of vegan pesto.
Each recipe offers a unique twist on the classic Penne Pasta Salad, ensuring an explosion of flavors that will transport you to the heart of Greece. Whether you seek a traditional taste, a spicy kick, or a plant-based indulgence, these recipes have something for every palate. Bon appétit!
GREEK PASTA SALAD WITH FETA AND OLIVES
Tomato, cucumber, feta, olives and pasta are tossed with an oregano vinaigrette for a filling Greek-style salad.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool; add to the bowl with the dressing.
- Add the cucumber, feta, parsley, olives and tomatoes to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.
FETA & HERB "GREEK SALAD" PENNE
Pasta and the ultimate diner salad mash-up. All the familiar flavors of your favorite salad pair with penne to make a satisfying weeknight dinner. A drizzle of creamy feta herb dressing brings all the ingredients together.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cooking water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the peppers and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add the chickpeas, tomatoes, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is lightly browned and the tomatoes are just warmed through, about 3 minutes.
- Add the olives, pasta and the reserved pasta cooking water to the pot and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the arugula until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a serving dish and drizzle with the Greek Feta Herb Vinaigrette.
"GREEK SALAD" PENNE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add the chickpeas, garlic, red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
- Add the olives, pasta and the reserved pasta cooking water to the pot; cook 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the arugula and oregano until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the feta and drizzle with olive oil.
GREEK YOGURT PASTA SALAD
Cold pasta salad with Greek yogurt for my dear friend who doesn't like vinegar.
Provided by Laura Miller
Categories Salad Pasta Salad
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain pasta and transfer to a large bowl. Mix in frozen peas (which will thaw and cool the pasta at the same time).
- Add Cheddar cheese, bacon, bell pepper, and onion; mix well. Stir in Greek yogurt. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 44.3 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 471.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g
EASY GREEK PASTA SALAD
My mother-in-law gave me this great recipe, and I have made it many times. I've taken it to church picnics and potlucks, and someone always asks for the recipe. -Laura Freeman, Ruffin, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a serving bowl, combine the pasta, turkey, olives, peppers and feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts :
GREEK PASTA SALAD
Pasta salad in general is a summer staple, but this Greek pasta salad will be your new favorite. It's packed with veggies, just like a traditional Greek salad.
Categories side dish
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and let cool.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Add the tomatoes and red onions, and let sit for 10 minutes. Add the cooled pasta, cucumbers, olives, capers, and herbs. Mix well to combine and dress the pasta.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese.
VEGETARIAN GREEK PASTA SALAD
An excellent cold salad that is great by itself, or as a side dish.
Provided by Sara Hardy
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain, and rinse in cold water.
- In a small bowl, mix together oil, lemon juice, basil, garlic salt, and black pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, tomatoes, green pepper, onion, cucumber, and black olives. Add dressing, and toss to coat. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 388.1 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
PENNE PASTA SALAD
I came up with this recipe one day while experimenting in my kitchen. This salad makes a great side dish with just about any kind of meat.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, green pepper, onions and olives. Stir in pasta. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over salad and toss to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 608mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
PENNE PASTA SALAD GREEK STYLE
Make and share this Penne Pasta Salad Greek Style recipe from Food.com.
Provided by peterjanet72
Categories Penne
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine all the dressing ingredients except the cheeses in a bowl and set aside.
- Combine pasta, peppers , tomato, and onion in another bowl.
- Pour dressing over pasta mix, add feta and mix well.
- Top with Parmesan cheese.
- Cool and refrigerate 4-5 hours to blend the flavours.
GREEK PENNE PASTA (6 WW POINTS)
Make and share this Greek Penne Pasta (6 WW Points) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Trixyinaz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions (without butter or oil), drain and set aside.
- Coat a large skillet with cooking spray.
- Add olive oil and heat over medium-high heat until oil sizzles.
- Add pine nuts and garlic.
- Cook and stir until pine nuts are golden brown, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and tomatoes and cook until heated through, stirring occasionally, about 3 minutes.
- Add spinach mixture to pasta and toss until combined.
- Serve pasta sprinkled with feta cheese and black or green olives.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.6, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 13.4, Sodium 222.8, Carbohydrate 38.7, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 2.4, Protein 7.5
GREEK PENNE AND CHICKEN
This is one of my favorite 'stand by' recipes. I keep the ingredients on hand to make a quick, delicious, satisfying meal.
Provided by Jennifer
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Greek
Time 50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large pot with boiling salted water cook penne pasta until al dente. Drain.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat melt butter, add onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Add chopped chicken and continue cooking, stirring occasionally until golden brown, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium- low. Drain and chop artichoke hearts and add them, chopped tomato, feta cheese, fresh parsley, lemon juice, dried oregano, and drained penne pasta to the large skillet. Cook until heated through, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Season with salt and ground black pepper. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 684.7 calories, Carbohydrate 96.2 g, Cholesterol 94 mg, Fat 13.2 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 826.5 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your pasta salad shine. Look for ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and flavorful cheese.
- Don't overcook the pasta: Al dente pasta is the perfect texture for pasta salad. It will hold its shape and won't get mushy.
- Let the pasta cool completely before adding the other ingredients: This will prevent the pasta from absorbing the dressing and becoming soggy.
- Use a light and flavorful dressing: A simple vinaigrette or lemon-herb dressing is a great option for pasta salad. Avoid using heavy, creamy dressings, which can weigh down the salad.
- Add plenty of vegetables: Vegetables add color, crunch, and nutrients to pasta salad. Some good options include tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers, and zucchini.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to pasta salad. Feel free to add your favorite ingredients and create a salad that's unique to you.
Conclusion:
Pasta salad is a delicious and versatile dish that's perfect for summer gatherings. It's easy to make, portable, and can be customized to suit your taste. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing meal or a hearty and satisfying main course, pasta salad is a great option. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give one of these pasta salad recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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