Artichoke and Pasta Salad

By sz8jm9

This tangy salad, tossed with spinach, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and feta cheese, is a great alternative to the usual potato salads you normally see at picnics, potlucks, or family reunions.

Nutritional Value:
CAL 153
CARB 24.9
FAT 3.9 G
PROTEIN 5.9 G
FIBER 1.8 G

Ingredients

• 1 14 oz can artichoke hearts, drained divided
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/4 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 clove garlic
• 3 cups cooked radiatore (about 5 oz)
• 2 cups thinly sliced spinach
• 1 cup seeded chopped tomato
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta

Preparation

Step 1

Combine 2 artichoke hearts, olive oil and next 6 ingredients in a blender or food processor and process until mixture is smooth.

Chop the remaining artichoke hearts. Combine the artichokes, pasta, spinach and tomato in a large bowl.

Pour pureed artichoke mixture over pasta mixture, and toss well to coat.

Cover and chill 2 hours. Sprinkle with feta cheese.