Best Pasta Salad With Grilled Asparagus Pimiento And Feta Recipes

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ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD WITH ITALIAN DRESSING



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Skip the store-bought pasta salads in favor of a quick and easy recipe for Asparagus Pasta Salad tossed in homemade Italian dressing!

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Time 27m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or more to taste (optional)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound asparagus
2 1/2 cups uncooked pasta, such as penne or rotini
2/3 cup sliced red onions
1 1/2 cups diced tomatoes
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients until combined. Set the dressing aside.
  • Remove the tough stems of the asparagus then cut each spear into 1-inch pieces.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, 10 to 11 minutes, then add the asparagus to the pot and cook it with pasta for 1 more minute. Drain the pasta and asparagus then rinse it with cold water.
  • Transfer the pasta and asparagus to a large bowl. Stir in the onions and tomatoes. Pour the dressing over the pasta, tossing to combine, then cover the salad with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 3 hours and up to overnight. When ready to serve, stir in the Parmesan cheese and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
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Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 10 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ROASTED ASPARAGUS PASTA SALAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bowtie pasta
1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
Olive oil, for drizzling
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh chives
1 (4-ounce) container crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Add pasta to a large pot of boiling salted water and cook until al dente. Drain in a colander and let cool.
  • Meanwhile, slice asparagus on the bias into 1/2-inch pieces. Place the asparagus on a sheet tray and drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place in oven and roast for 10 minutes, until slightly tender. Remove and let cool.
  • In a small bowl, combine shallot, garlic, mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Whisk in olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add chives.
  • Add pasta and roasted asparagus to a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing and toss. Add the crumbled goat cheese, toss and serve.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH FETA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound asparagus
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta

Steps:

  • Slice about 1-inch from the bottom of the asparagus stalks. Place stalks in a jar of water to rehydrate for several hours.
  • Cover an outdoor grill with aluminum foil. Preheat grill to high heat.
  • In a large bowl, toss asparagus with thyme and olive oil until all the asparagus is coated. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place asparagus on the foil-covered grill and cook until tender, rotating frequently to avoid scorching, about 6 to 7 minutes. Place asparagus on a platter and sprinkle with the feta.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS WITH FETA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound asparagus
3 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta

Steps:

  • Slice about 1-inch from the bottom of the asparagus stalks. Place stalks in a jar of water to rehydrate for several hours.
  • Cover an outdoor grill with aluminum foil. Preheat grill to high heat.
  • In a large bowl, toss asparagus with thyme and olive oil until all the asparagus is coated. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place asparagus on the foil-covered grill and cook until tender, rotating frequently to avoid scorching, about 6 to 7 minutes. Place asparagus on a platter and sprinkle with the feta.

PASTA SALAD WITH CHICKEN, CUCUMBER, CHERRY TOMATOES AND FETA



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt
1/2 pound penne
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped cooked chicken
1 cup diced cucumber
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook according to the package directions; drain and rinse under cold water. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Meanwhile, make the dressing: Combine the garlic, red pepper flakes and olive oil in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for 3 minutes; let cool. Season with salt and black pepper.
  • Add the chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and feta to the pasta. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat. Season with salt and black pepper. Chill for up to 3 hours.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS SALAD



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It's just one of those salads that was created on a gorgeous summer evening with a bunch of stuff I had in the fridge. Grilled asparagus is tossed with spinach and Parmesan cheese. My husband and I love it!

Provided by Heather Hedstrom

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 13m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup olive oil
⅛ cup lemon juice
12 fresh asparagus spears
6 cups fresh spinach leaves
⅛ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon seasoned slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill for low heat. Combine the lemon juice and olive oil on a plate. Place asparagus on the plate, and roll around to coat.
  • Grill asparagus for about 5 minutes, turning at least once, and brushing with the olive oil mixture. Remove from the grill, and place back onto the plate with the oil.
  • In a large bowl, combine the spinach, Parmesan cheese, and slivered almonds. Cut asparagus into bite-size pieces, and add to the salad along with the lemon juice and oil from the plate. Toss to blend, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 1.5 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 50.3 mg, Sugar 1 g

ROASTED ASPARAGUS SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE



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I was trying to come up with a flavorful salad that did not need dressing.

Provided by pbutler

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Asparagus Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
4 cups lettuce leaves, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place asparagus in a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil over asparagus and season with garlic powder; toss well. Transfer asparagus to a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until asparagus are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Place lettuce in the same bowl used for asparagus; top with tomatoes, feta cheese, and asparagus.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 28 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 372 mg, Sugar 5 g

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