Feta Spinach And Pecan Pasta Salad Recipes

Steps:

• In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain.
• In a large bowl, combine the pasta, spinach, cheese, red onion and olives.
• Whisk together the salad dressing, garlic, lemon juice, garlic salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss. Refrigerate for 2 hours and serve chilled.

Steps:

• Cut spinach into 1/2"x3" strips.
• Combine spinach, tomatoes, thyme, and 6 Tbsp olive oil in bowl; toss gently and season lightly with pepper, if desired.
• Cook pasta in boiling water 8 min, or al dente.
• Remove from heat (do not drain) and stir in zucchini; let stand 15-20 seconds.
• Drain and rinse with cold water; combine with spinach mixture and toss well.
• Drizzle with 2 Tbsp olive oil, if desired.
• Add feta and pecans; toss to mix and season with salt if desired.
• Serve warm or at room temperature.

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente; drain.
• Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add onion and garlic, and cook until golden brown. Mix in tomatoes, mushrooms, and spinach. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook 2 minutes more, until tomatoes are heated through and spinach is wilted. Reduce heat to medium, stir in pasta and feta cheese, and cook until heated through.

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in spinach, feta, onion, pine nuts, basil and white pepper. Toss with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Steps:

• Boil the pasta till done (about 10 minutes) and cool.
• Toss all the ingredients together, except baby spinach. Add about 1/2 the bottle of the dressing and refrigerate.
• When you are ready to serve, add spinach and more dressing to your taste (about another 1/4 of the bottle).
• Serve.

Steps:

• Instructions: Mix all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
• Variations: Also good with Garlic & Herb or Basil & Tomato Feta.