Recipe(tried): Artichoke and Pasta Salad

Theresa./.va (10:08:51 AM) :

This is a nice refreshing salad. I usually serve it on the side of grilled chicken.

Artichoke and Pasta Salad
Serves 6

1 14oz. can artichoke hearts, drained & divided
1 tbl. olive oil
1 tbl. water
1 tbl. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups cooked radiatore
(about 5 oz uncooked short coiled pasta)
2 cups thinly sliced spinach
1 cup chopped seeded tomato
1/4 cup (1oz) crumbled feta cheese

1. Combine 2 artichoke hearts, olive oil, and the next 6 ingredients ( olive oil through garlic) in a blender or food processor, and process until
mixture is smooth.
2. Chop the remaining artichoke hearts. Combine the chopped artichokes, pasta, spinach, and chopped tomato in a large bowl. Pour pureed
artichoke mixture over pasta mixture, and toss well to coat. Cover and chill 2 hours. Sprinkle with feta cheese.