Fettuccine And Feta Salad Recipes

FETTUCCINE AND FETA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook fettuccine to al dente stage, drain well.
• Combine with cheese, vegetables and walnuts Shake olive oil, vinegar, oregano, mint, salt and pepper in a small jar until well combined.
• Pour a quarter cup of the dressing at a time over the salad, mixing well after each addition.
• You may not need the entire amount.
• Adjust seasoning.
• Serve at room temperature.

GREEK PASTA SALAD WITH FETA AND OLIVES

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.

TOMATO FETA PASTA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water with a splash of oil to keep it from sticking together. Boil for 12 minutes, or according to the directions on the package. Drain well and allow to cool. Place the pasta in a bowl and add the tomatoes, olives, feta and chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
• For the dressing, combine the sun-dried tomatoes, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, capers, salt and pepper in a food processor until almost smooth.
• Pour the dressing over the pasta, sprinkle with the Parmesan and parsley, and toss well.

SPICED PASTA, AVOCADO AND ONION-FETA SALAD

Steps:

• Cook the fusilli in boiling salted water until al dente. Drain, rinse and drain well. Place in a bowl and toss with the jalapenos, olive oil, cilantro, salt and pepper.
• Meanwhile, preheat the broiler. Place the onions on baking sheets and brush with oil. Broil until browned, about 5 minutes. Cool and coarsely chop. Place in a bowl and toss with the feta, salt and pepper.
• Place the roasted peppers in a bowl and toss with the olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Place the avocados in a bowl and toss with the lime juice, garlic, salt and Tabasco.
• Place the salad greens in a large bowl and toss with the olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper. Pass the dishes separately, letting guests build their own salads.