Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Easy Mediterranean Pasta and Kale Salad, a delightful dish that brings together tender pasta, fresh kale, and a medley of cheesy goodness. This salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but it’s also packed with nutrients from kale and healthy fats from olive oil. The tangy combination of feta cheese and sun-dried tomatoes adds depth, making it perfect as a main course or a side dish for gatherings. Ideal for meal prep, the flavors become even richer when chilled overnight. Serve it alongside grilled chicken for a complete meal or enjoy it on its own for a refreshing lunch option. Dive into this colorful salad today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.25 cups rotini or penne pasta
- 2.5 cups kale (stems removed, thinly sliced)
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup julienned sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp basil paste
- 3.5 tbsp white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Massage sliced kale in a mixing bowl with olive oil for about 2-3 minutes to soften.
- In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, basil paste, white balsamic vinegar, garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine cooked pasta with kale in the mixing bowl; add dressing, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. Toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg