KAREN'S SPA SALAD

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My girlfriends and I make this pasta salad everytime we do 'Spa Day'. It's a healthy, whole grain salad and is great when you're in that 'Spa' state of mind!

Provided by DeAnna Owens

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 1/2 cup, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces rotini whole wheat pasta
1 (8 ounce) can artichoke hearts
4 ounces baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup red onion, sliced
1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped
1/3 cup sun-dried tomato, slivered
1/3 cup kalamata olive, pitted and sliced
1/3 cup feta cheese, with dried tomato
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 lemon, juice of
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Wisk olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice & dijon mustard together (in that order). This should emulsify the dressing.
  • Cook whole wheat pasta according to directions, rinse quickly with hot water, let drain.
  • Mix remaining ingredients into large bowl, add pasta, then dressing.
  • Refridgerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.1, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 7.4, Sodium 569.7, Carbohydrate 40, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 9.7

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