Best Greek Salad With Zucchini Feta And Tomatoes Recipes

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GREEK PASTA SALAD WITH SHRIMP, TOMATOES, ZUCCHINI, PEPPERS, AND FETA



Greek Pasta Salad with Shrimp, Tomatoes, Zucchini, Peppers, and Feta image

The ideal outdoor meal: this colorful main-course pasta salad chock-full of protein, vegetables and bold flavorings. For fresh flavor and peak texture, toss the salad right before serving. Pack the dressing in a jar and the salad ingredients in a gallon-sized zipper bag. When ready to serve, drizzle on the dressing, close the bag and squeeze it all over until the dressing completely coats the salad. Pour into a serving bowl.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 1h22m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

¼ cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 large clove garlic, minced
Big pinch of salt
Black pepper, to taste
⅔ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise
1 medium yellow pepper, halved lengthwise, seeded
2 tablespoons olive oil
Ground black pepper and salt, to taste
1 gallon water
2 tablespoons salt
1 pound medium pasta shells
1 pound cooked shrimp, halved lengthwise
8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
¾ cup coarsely chopped, pitted Kalamata olives
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
½ small red onion, cut into small dice
2 teaspoons dried oregano

Steps:

  • To make the vinaigrette, whisk together the rice wine vinegar, mustard, garlic, pinch of salt, and pepper; slowly pour in 2/3 cup olive oil, whisking constantly. Pour into a jar with a tight-fitting lid to transport it to the picnic.
  • Adjust oven rack to highest position and turn broiler on high. Toss zucchini and bell pepper with 2 tablespoons olive oil and salt and pepper to taste, and arrange on a large baking sheet with sides. Broil until spotty brown, 8 to 10 minutes, turning zucchini slices and pepper halves once. Set aside in a large bowl to cool, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • Bring 1 gallon of water and 2 tablespoons of salt to boil. Add pasta; boil using package times, until just tender. Drain thoroughly (do not rinse) and dump onto the baking sheet. Set aside to cool.
  • Put vegetables, pasta and remaining ingredients (except dressing) in the bowl or a gallon-sized zipper bag (can be refrigerated for several hours). When ready to serve, add dressing; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 802.3 calories, Carbohydrate 65.8 g, Cholesterol 184.9 mg, Fat 45.7 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 33.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 3397.5 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

GREEK PASTA SALAD WITH SHRIMP, ZUCCHINI, TOMATOES AND FETA



Greek Pasta Salad With Shrimp, Zucchini, Tomatoes and Feta image

If you love Greek food then you might want to give this recipe a try, this is not your average everyday salad the zucchini, eggplant and bell peppers are broiled firstly, you may adjust the veggie amounts slightly or double the complete recipe, to save some time you can broil the zucchini and bell pepper and cook the pasta shells up to a day ahead, you may omit the eggplant and use two zucchini if desired

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 -2 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 -2 teaspoon honey (optional) or 1 -2 teaspoon white sugar (optional)
1 large zucchini (sliced lengthwise into about 1-inch thick slices)
1 large yellow bell pepper (halved lengthwise then seeded, can use 2 medium peppers)
1 medium eggplant (chopped into about 1-inch cubes)
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb uncooked medium pasta shell
1 -1 1/2 lb cooked small shrimp
8 ounces large cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 small red onion, diced
2 -3 teaspoons dried oregano (or to taste)
salt and black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • For the vinaigrette; in a blender process vinegar with mustard, garlic and salt for about 5 seconds.
  • Slowly drizzle in the oil until blended.
  • Add in honey or sugar if desired, then season with black pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Adjust oven rack to the top position.
  • Place the zucchini slices, yellow bell pepper halves and cubed eggplant onto a greased baking sheet.
  • Drizzle the oil over veggies and and toss with hands to coat.
  • Lightly season both sides with salt and black pepper.
  • Broil for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned, turning over once.
  • Cool then cut into bite-size pieces; place into a large bowl (DO NOT clean the baking sheet, you will cool the cooked pasta on it).
  • Boil the pasta shells in a large pot of boiling salted water until just al dente; drain but DO NOT rinse; spread onto the baking sheet that you broiled the veggies on; set aside and cool.
  • Place the cooled pasta into the bowl that has the cooked chopped zucchini and bell peppers in, then add in cooked shrimp, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion and dried oregano; toss well to combine.
  • Season with lots black pepper.
  • At this point you may add in the dressing; toss to combine then season with salt and pepper, or you may add in the dressing before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 736, Fat 36.9, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 137.4, Sodium 655.5, Carbohydrate 70.9, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 7.1, Protein 31.4

GREEK SALAD WITH ZUCCHINI, FETA, AND TOMATOES



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This rendition of Greek salad features broiled zucchini and tomatoes, which gives the vegetables a sweeter flavor. Feta adds a welcome tang in this summery dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces each), halved lengthwise and sliced 1 inch thick crosswise
2 pints (about 4 cups) grape tomatoes
1 tablespoon dried dill
3 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 (6-inch) pita breads, split horizontally
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
2 romaine-lettuce hearts (12 to 14 ounces total), cut into 1-inch pieces
4 ounces feta cheese
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted

Steps:

  • Heat broiler. If using a broiler-proof rimmed baking sheet, set rack 4 inches from heat; if using a broiler pan, set rack so that top of pan is 4 inches from heat. On sheet (or pan), toss zucchini and tomatoes with dill, 1 tablespoon oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Broil until tender and slightly charred, 20 to 25 minutes; transfer to a plate to cool. Wipe sheet (or pan) clean with a paper towel.
  • Place split pitas on sheet (or pan); broil until lightly browned, 1 to 3 minutes per side (watch closely). Cool, then break into small pieces.
  • In a small jar or bowl, combine vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper; shake or whisk until combined and thickened.
  • Divide lettuce, zucchini mixture, pita pieces, feta, and olives among serving plates; drizzle with dressing as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 g, Fat 20 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 12 g

ZUCCHINI BAKE WITH FETA AND TOMATOES



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Make and share this Zucchini Bake With Feta and Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PetsRus

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup chopped green onion
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 teaspoon dried mint
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
6 cups sliced zucchini
2 medium onions, cut into thin rings
4 -6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Combine the tomatoes, garlic, oil, green onions, sugar, mint and oregano in a mixing bowl.
  • Arrange a layer of zucchini slices on the bottom of the baking dish, followed with a layer of the tomato mixture and then the onions.
  • Repeat until all the vegetables are used.
  • Then sprinkle on the feta; top that with the breadcrumbs and dot with small pieces of butter.
  • Bake for 35 to 45 minutes.

GREEK ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH CRUMBLED FETA



Greek Zucchini Salad With Crumbled Feta image

This is from the May 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times. Cut the zucchini in ribbons with a vegetable peeler. Note marination time.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Vegetable

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced (about 1 tsp.)
1/3 cup olive oil
2 medium zucchini, peeled into thin ribbons (about 4 cups)
1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 green onions, chopped (about 1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon chopped of fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest and garlic in large serving bowl. Gradually whisk in oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Add zucchini and onion, and toss to coat. Cover and marinate overnight, or up to 2 days.
  • Sprinkle with feta, green onions, mint and parsley just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.3, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 148.5, Carbohydrate 6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 3

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