Greek Penne Pasta Salad
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  • Number of Servings: 12
Ingredients
1 (13.25-ounce) box whole-wheat penne 1 cup cooked fava beans or edamame 12 black olives, chopped (optional--omitting will reduce sodium)1/2 a red onion, thinly sliced (optional)2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, quarteredjuice and zest of one lemon 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 1/4 cup olive oil 1/2 t dried oreganohandful each fresh basil and parsley, leaves only, choppedpinch red pepper flakes 4 ounces crumbled reduced-fat feta (about 1 cup)
Directions
Prepare the pasta according to package directions, omitting any salt or fat.
In a large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, except the feta.
Drain the pasta and immediately toss with the veggies and dressing.
Refrigerate for at least an hour, up to overnight. Add feta just before serving.

Serving Size: Serves 12. 1 1/2 cups per serving
Servings Per Recipe: 12
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 189.9
  • Total Fat: 8.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 3.3 mg
  • Sodium: 272.3 mg
  • Total Carbs: 28.1 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 4.2 g
  • Protein: 6.9 g

Member Reviews
  • KJMC60
     The was amazing. I served it as a cold pasta salad with Greek boneless pork chops. It was almost impossible to eat only one serving. For the leftovers-I warmed it up to serve as a hot pasta and tossed in sliced grilled chicken that I had seasoned with dry Good season Italian dressing. OMG!!! - 7/10/13
  • PATRICIAANN46
     This is so refreshing!!! I didn't change a thing. Thank You. - 7/4/13
  • SPARKSLMB58
     As I look at the recipe and the picture of it determining whether I will try it - they don't match! Clearly there are thin slices of cucumber in the picture which aren't listed in the ingredients. The greens that are pictured aren't basil or parsley leaves. What's up with that? - 3/26/15
  • BLUEEYESCANADA
     I make one very similar to this one but I don't use any oil. No one in the family even noticed. When I told them after they enjoyed their meal, they were very surprised and don't add any now when they make it. I do like the idea of adding beans for more protein. Thank you for sharing. - 3/26/15
  • CMBEULEN
     I'm not a fan of black olives, but when I try this I'll substitute Kalamata olives for a truly Greek salad. - 1/12/15
  • JANTHEBLONDE
     My husband and I love this Greek penne pasta salad. I wouldn't change a thing! It's absolutely delicious! - 3/26/17
  • HOLLYM48
     I made this Greek penne pasta salad for lunch yesterday and it was absolutely delicious! - 3/26/17
  • 4CONNIESHEALTH
     This is one of my favorite salads - 3/26/17
  • HMBROWN1
     This is delicious! - 3/26/17
  • JANET552
     Really enjoyed this! - 3/26/17
  • PICKIE98
     Oooh... this sounds so good! I want to really make that dressing! - 3/23/17
  • CD13275554
     Yummy - 3/13/17
  • NONNAOF2
     I love this recipe and didn't change a thing except I love using zests from citrus fruit that I sprinkle over the top. - 3/26/15
  • CD10676776
     This is a very tasty and easy to prepare salad. Quite filling. Great for pot luck lunches or dinner. - 8/30/13
  • CD13673298
     Is it possible to use another kind of bean? - 8/27/13

    Reply from STEPFANIER (8/27/13)
    Sure--use any bean you like

  • FLEXTYFAMOUS
     Yummy - 6/30/13
  • PATRICIAAK
     :) - 5/25/21
  • MACHOL
     I just sent this to my husband, who is the cook in the family! - 3/26/21
  • JUSTJ2014
     I made mine with half the pasta and it was really good - 3/26/21
  • JULIJULINN
     Yes - 3/26/21
  • CARD512002
     not sure we will try this one - 3/26/21
  • SUSANYOUNGER
     good - 2/25/21
  • EOWYN2424
     yum - 2/12/21
  • CD26508743
     Good - 2/12/21
  • GOLDENRODFARM
     I made this but cut the recipe back for less servings, I did add some cucumbers because it was in the picture. Very good, but I think next time more veggies and less pasta. I used the mini penne, I like the smaller size, and Greek olives. - 7/29/20



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