Best 4 Whole Wheat Pasta Salad With Walnuts And Feta Cheese Recipes

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Are you in search of a wholesome and flavorful dish that combines the goodness of whole wheat pasta, crunchy walnuts, and tangy feta cheese? Look no further than the delightful Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Walnuts and Feta Cheese. With a burst of Mediterranean flavors, this salad offers a perfect balance of textures and nutrients. It's a versatile dish that can be served warm or chilled, making it ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a quick and healthy meal. Alongside the main recipe, this article also features variations and additional recipes to tantalize your taste buds. Learn how to create a creamy avocado dressing to add a luscious twist to the salad, or explore the deliciousness of a roasted red pepper and sun-dried tomato pesto. Each recipe is meticulously explained with easy-to-follow instructions, ensuring you can recreate these culinary delights in the comfort of your own kitchen.

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WHOLE WHEAT ROTINI PASTA SALAD



Whole Wheat Rotini Pasta Salad image

Fabulous light pasta salad with carrots, asparagus, tomatoes, and green onions. It gets better the longer it marinates, so don't be afraid to prepare it ahead of time and stick it in the refrigerator a few hours.

Provided by tlabrum

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (12 ounce) box whole wheat rotini pasta
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese, or to taste
6 leaves fresh basil, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 bunch green onions
4 cloves garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot with lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook rotini at a boil until the pasta is cooked yet slightly firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Rinse the pasta with cold water until completely chilled; drain completely.
  • While the pasta cooks, whisk the apple cider vinegar and olive oil together in a large bowl until blended. Stir feta cheese, basil, salt, and black pepper into the vinaigrette.
  • Fold the asparagus, tomatoes, carrots, green onions, and garlic into the vinaigrette to coat evenly.
  • Stir the cooled pasta into the vegetable mixture; toss until evenly mixed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.8 calories, Carbohydrate 52.2 g, Cholesterol 5.6 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 125.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

WHOLE-WHEAT PASTA SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND FETA CHEESE



Whole-Wheat Pasta Salad with Walnuts and Feta Cheese image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     side-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound whole-wheat fusilli or other spiral shaped pasta
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup diced red onion
1 1/2 cups chopped baby spinach leaves
2 tablespoons walnut oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 clove of garlic, minced (about 1/2 teaspoon)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain the pasta, rinse it under cold water, and put it in the refrigerator to chill.
  • In a dry saute pan toast the walnuts over a medium-high flame until they are fragrant, about 2 minutes. Set the walnuts aside to cool then chop them coarsely.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the chilled pasta, walnuts, feta cheese, onion, and spinach. In a small bowl whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic and mustard. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

WHOLE WHEAT PASTA SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND FETA



Whole Wheat Pasta Salad With Walnuts and Feta image

I found this recipe on Kraftfoods.com, posted by Puzzlefaerie. It's absolutely delicious!! I like to add some Splenda to the dressing to sweeten it up a bit, as I prefer a sweeter dressing.

Provided by Boxergurl

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces whole wheat fusilli
1/2 cup walnut pieces
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1 1/2 cups baby spinach leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons walnut oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced (about 1/2 teaspoon)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain the pasta, rinse it under cold water, and put it in the refrigerator to chill.
  • In a dry saute pan, toast the walnuts over a medium-high flame until they are fragrant, about 2 minutes. Set the walnuts aside to cool then chop them coarsely.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the chilled pasta, walnuts, feta cheese, onion, and spinach. In a small bowl whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic and mustard.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416.1, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 231.6, Carbohydrate 47.9, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 13.8

WHOLE WHEAT PASTA SALAD WITH WALNUTS AND FETA CHEESE



Whole Wheat Pasta Salad with Walnuts and Feta Cheese image

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces whole wheat fusilli
0.5 cups walnut pieces
0.5 cups feta cheese
0.5 cups red onion
1.5 cups baby spinach leaves
2 tablespoons walnut oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
0.5 teaspoons garlic
0.5 teaspoons dijon mustard
1 units salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the directions on the package. Drain the pasta, rinse it under cold water, and put it in the refrigerator to chill.
  • In a dry saute pan, toast the walnuts over a medium-high flame until they are fragrant, about 2 minutes. Set the walnuts aside to cool then chop them coarsely.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the chilled pasta, walnuts, feta cheese, onion, and spinach. In a small bowl whisk the oil, vinegar, garlic and mustard.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • For the best results, use high-quality whole wheat pasta. Look for pasta made with 100% whole wheat flour and a high fiber content.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions, then rinse it with cold water and drain it well.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, walnuts, feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  • Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This whole wheat pasta salad with walnuts and feta cheese is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of whole grains, protein, and healthy fats, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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