Greek Pasta Salad

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prep: 20 minutes

cook: 15 minutes

cool: 1 hour


1 pound bow tie (farfalle) pasta

⅓ cup rice vinegar

¼ cup olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

¾ cup pitted halved kalamata olives

½ cup chopped green onions

½ cup chopped fresh basil leaves

1 cup drained stewed whole tomatoes (from one 15-ounce can), roughly chopped

4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions and drain.

2. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.

3. Place the drained pasta in a large bowl and pour the dressing on top. Add the olives, green onions, basil, and stewed tomatoes and toss well. Add the feta and toss again.

4. Chill for 1 hour before serving.

5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 4 days.

Makes 6 servings