Mediterranean Pasta Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Mediterranean Pasta Salad
35 min.
8
264kcal

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey to the heart of the Mediterranean with this exquisite dairy-free pasta salad. A perfect blend of flavors, this dish is not only dairy-free but also boasts a well-balanced caloric breakdown, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Ideal for serving as a side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack, this Mediterranean Pasta Salad is versatile and sure to impress.

At the core of this recipe is a zesty vinaigrette, crafted from balsamic vinegar, dry mustard, fresh lemon juice, and a medley of fresh herbs. The depth of flavor is further enhanced by the addition of anchovy fillets, garlic, and olive oil, creating a rich tapestry of taste that elevates the humble pasta to new heights.

Cooking the linguine to al dente perfection and then tossing it with the homemade vinaigrette ensures that each strand is coated evenly, capturing the essence of the Mediterranean in every bite. For an even more substantial feast, transform the pasta salad into a Mediterranean Antipasto Salad Platter by marinating additional ingredients such as green beans, kalamata olives, and grape tomatoes in the vinaigrette.

Serve this dish with canned tuna, hard-cooked eggs, capers, and red onions for a complete Mediterranean experience that is as delightful for a casual snack as it is for a sophisticated dinner party. With a preparation time of just 35 minutes and serving 8 persons, this recipe is a breeze to whip up and promises to bring the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean into your home.

Dive into the rich, aromatic world of Mediterranean cuisine with this dairy-free pasta salad. It's more than just a meal; it's a celebration of flavors, cultures, and the simple joy of sharing a delicious dish with loved ones.

Ingredients

  • fillet anchovy 
  • fillet anchovy 
  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard dry
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh loosely packed
  •  garlic clove 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 16 ounce pasta 
  • 0.8 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Process first 9 ingredients in a food processor until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides. Cover vinaigrette, and chill 2 hours.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water; drain. Toss cooked pasta with vinaigrette.
  3. Mediterranean Antipasto Salad Platter: Prepare an additional recipe of the vinaigrette for Mediterranean Pasta Salad; do not add pasta. Marinate cooked green beans, pitted kalamata olives, and grape tomato halves in the vinaigrette 30 minutes; drain.
  4. Serve marinated items on a large platter with Mediterranean Pasta Salad, canned tuna, quartered hard-cooked eggs, drained capers, and red onions.

Nutrition Facts

Calories264kcal
Protein13%
Fat17.96%
Carbs69.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.25
Glycemic Load
18.03
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.6626088476699%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.09mg
Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
5.4mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.38mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:263.97kcal
13.2%
Fat:5.18g
7.96%
Saturated Fat:0.78g
4.85%
Carbohydrates:44.76g
14.92%
Net Carbohydrates:42.81g
15.57%
Sugar:3.19g
3.54%
Cholesterol:2.4mg
0.8%
Sodium:302.35mg
13.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.43g
16.85%
Selenium:37.67µg
53.81%
Vitamin K:43.62µg
41.54%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.26%
Phosphorus:120.02mg
12%
Copper:0.18mg
9.16%
Magnesium:35.09mg
8.77%
Vitamin B3:1.57mg
7.86%
Fiber:1.95g
7.8%
Iron:1.16mg
6.42%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.15%
Vitamin C:4.29mg
5.2%
Potassium:174.3mg
4.98%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
4.97%
Vitamin E:0.7mg
4.65%
Vitamin A:213.16IU
4.26%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.89%
Folate:14.98µg
3.74%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.89%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.84%
Calcium:26.41mg
2.64%
Source:My Recipes