PENNE MEDITERRANEAN DELIGHT SALAD - DIABETIC FRIENDLY

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Penne Mediterranean Delight Salad - Diabetic Friendly image

Hummus makes a very delicious and different pasta salad dressing. This recipe can serve as a filling lunch salad. If the mixture is dry, drizzle some additional olive oil to moisten. Add the pine nuts just before serving. From Diabetic Gourmet magazine and posted for ZWT 6 - GREECE.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups dry dreamfields penne rigate (or other low carb pasta)
1 cup cherry tomatoes or 1 cup yellow cherry tomato, cut in half
2/3 cup prepared hummus
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/3 cup black olives or 1/3 cup green pitted Greek olive, cut in half
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions. Rinse in cold water and drain well.
  • Gently toss remaining ingredients except pine nuts with pasta. Refrigerate, covered, to chill.
  • Sprinkle with pine nuts before serving.

Engineer Junaid
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This salad is a great way to enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean without having to travel.


Cy
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I'm always looking for new diabetic-friendly recipes, and this one is definitely a keeper.


Sedra Alsakka
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables.


Paige miller
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I love that this salad is made with simple, fresh ingredients.


Sibghat Ullah
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This salad is perfect for a picnic or potluck. It's easy to transport and serve.


Chukwu Onyedika Emmanuel
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


DigbaZ TecH
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This salad is a great base recipe. It's easy to customize with your favorite vegetables and protein.


Parvez Music
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I found that the salad was a bit bland. I added some extra herbs and spices to give it more flavor.


Ausaf Abbasi
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The dressing is a little too oily for my taste, but it's easy to adjust the amount you use.


mkazeminy
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I'm not a huge fan of sun-dried tomatoes, but they really worked in this salad.


ITX KING
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu.


Jay Doncaster
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Would definitely make again!


Truth truth
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4/5 stars!


Simon Watson
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Overall, I really enjoyed this recipe. It's a healthy and delicious way to enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired meal.


Yousef Lawand
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful, it's perfect for a summer meal. I love the combination of the sweet tomatoes, the salty feta cheese, and the tangy dressing.


haroon nawaz
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very filling, so it's perfect for a main course or a side dish.


Dharmendra Prasad Sah
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I made this salad for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination, and they couldn't believe it was diabetic-friendly.


Kuluthum Namulema
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner. I love that I can customize it with my favorite vegetables and protein.


Jacqueline Gower
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I'm always looking for new diabetic-friendly recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with fresh vegetables and lean protein, and the dressing is made with olive oil and vinegar, which are both healthy fats.


tYiaDia
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This salad was a delightful and healthy meal! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I especially loved the addition of the sun-dried tomatoes and feta cheese.