Aegean Artichoke & Penne Pasta Salad

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Aegean Artichoke & Penne Pasta Salad

This delicious dish will transport you to the shores of the Mediterranean! This simple pasta dish is very easy to prepare.

Ingredients

  • 6 fresh baby artichokes
  • 1/4 c. lemon juice
  • 1/2 pound penne
  • 1/2 c. tomato juice
  • 2 Tbl. olive oil
  • Juice of one lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 Tbl. fresh parsley
  • 3 Tbl. fresh basil or 1 tsp. dried
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 c. fresh tomato, chopped
  • 1/2 c. kalamata olives
  • 2 Tbl. capers
  • 1/2 c. feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut stems off artichokes. Peel off tough outer leaves to reveal yellow-green hearts. Cut artichokes into quarters. Combine 1/4 cup lemon juice with 2 cups water in a medium bowl. Add artichokes to lemon water and toss to prevent discoloration. Drain.

2. Steam artichokes until tender, about 20 minutes. chill. In a large pot, bring 2 quarts water to a rapid boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt and penne. Cook penne until al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.

TO MAKE SALAD DRESSING: combine tomato juice, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parlsey, basil, salt and pepper in a food processor or blender and puree for 30 seconds. Toss together artichokes, penne, capers, olives and feta cheese in a large bowl salad bowl. Pour dressing over and toss well.

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