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Dirty Martini Pasta Salad

Dirty Martini Pasta Salad: A Savory, Zesty Twist You’ll Love

Experience a refreshing Dirty Martini Pasta Salad, combining gluten-free pasta, tangy feta, and savory olives in a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 8 ounces Gluten-Free Pasta Use your choice of gluten-free pasta
  • 1 cup Green Olives Consider Castelvetrano or Cerignola
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese For a vegan option, substitute with dairy-free cheese
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Enhances flavors with healthy fats
  • 1/4 cup Olive Brine Swap for vinegar if desired
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor
  • 1 juice Lemon Use zest for added zing
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to personal preference

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • Mason Jar or Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the gluten-free pasta, and cook until al dente, about 7-10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Prepare the Dressing: In a jar or bowl, combine olive oil, olive brine, garlic, lemon zest, and juice. Season with black pepper. Shake or whisk until emulsified.
  3. Mix the Salad: In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, olives, and crumbled feta. Gently mix to distribute ingredients evenly.
  4. Dress the Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. Chill and Serve: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Allow to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Use lightly salted pasta water to avoid an overly salty dish.

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