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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I make things really, really simple in the summer months. I mean....who wants to cook in all that heat (and I have AC!!) This is a very simple salad....not heavy in the dressing department, but with a nice clean lemony taste. I serve this with a grilled meat or fish and fresh fruit for dessert. Freshly cooked tuna, prawns or cooked chicken can be added for a more substantial meal Ingredients:
3 cups bow tie pasta, uncooked (or any other pasta) |
1 1/2 cups cucumbers, chopped |
3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled |
1/4 cup red onion, coarsely chopped |
1/4 cup kalamata olive, sliced |
12 cherry tomatoes, halved |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground |
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice |
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil |
2 -4 garlic, minced |
1 teaspoon dried oregano |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
Directions:
1. In a pot of boiling water, cook pasta. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drain; place in a large bowl.
2. While pasta is cooking. Chop up the cucumber, feta cheese, red onion, olives and cherry tomatoes. Add the pepper.
3. Dressing: In a small jar with lid, combine lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Shake well to incorporate.
4. Add to salad and combine. Chill for 2 hours.
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