Mediterranean Pasta Salad Recipe by DedeMed!!!

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat while still providing creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with healthier fats.

kalamata olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Green olives are lower in calories and can be more affordable.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole grain pasta

💰Cheaper: pasta made from lentils

Whole grain pasta adds fiber, while lentil pasta is high in protein.

Cook farfalla pasta until al dente and let it cool.

In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, freshly chopped flat leaf parsley, chopped red pepper, chopped green onions, black Kalamata olives, freshly chopped basil, and fresh chopped tomatoes.

Add dried oregano, dried thyme, dried red pepper flakes, salt, and fresh cracked black pepper to the bowl.

Pour in olive oil, brown balsamic vinegar, and white balsamic vinegar (optional).

Mix all ingredients together thoroughly.

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or vinegar if desired.

Top the salad with fresh mozzarella (or omit if desired).

Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

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