Description
This Dirty Martini Pasta Salad combines the flavors of a classic dirty martini with a pasta salad twist. Tangy green olives, creamy feta or blue cheese, and a zesty olive oil dressing make this dish a unique and delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 pound pasta of choice
- 1 cup pitted large green olives, roughly chopped
- 100 g feta cheese, cubed or blue cheese crumbles
Dressing:
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup olive brine
- 1 clove fresh minced garlic
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, olive brine, minced garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, chopped olives, and cheese. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
- Serve: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Feel free to customize the salad by adding cherry tomatoes, red onions, or fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg