Herbs, Green Beans and Feta Pasta Salad Recipe
Healthy Pasta Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
3/4 pound small green beans
3/4 pound pasta, preferably fusilli
2/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 large clove garlic, minced or pressed
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper
1-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, stemmed (about 8 ounces)
1/3 cup black olives, preferably oil-cured, pitted and cut in half
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
Directions:
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the green beans and cook over high heat until slightly softened but still bright green, three to four minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove the beans to a colander and set aside.
Bring the water in the pot back to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until slightly softer than al dente. Drain in the same colander with the green beans, shake to dry a bit and transfer the beans and pasta to a serving bowl. Set aside.
Meanwhile, whisk together the oil, vinegar, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper to taste to make the dressing. Add the tomatoes, olives, herbs, cheese and dressing to the beans and pasta. Toss to mix and serve right away. Recipe serves six.
See also:
Green Beans Saute
Good Eats: Green Beans
