Spinach and Artichoke Penne Pasta Salad: A Fresh, Easy Twist
A deliciously fresh and easy twist on the classic pasta salad, featuring spinach and artichokes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, spinach, artichokes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and black olives.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For a creamier dressing, consider adding some mayonnaise or Greek yogurt.
- This salad can be served warm or cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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