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Middle Eastern Pasta Salad

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Get ready for a pasta salad like no other! The pasta salad trend is all the rage these days, but let's face it, it's becoming a bit repetitive with the same old tomato, cucumbers, red onion, and feta cheese combo. Well, not anymore! Drawing inspiration from my Middle Eastern roots, I decided to give this classic dish a dazzling makeover that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Imagine a burst of Middle Eastern flavors that will transport you to a world of culinary delight. Think of the satisfying crunch of smashed olives, the fiery kick of pickled sweet chilis, and the zesty tang of pickled lemon. Fresh herbs add a vibrant touch, while the irresistible creaminess of feta cheese ties everything together. And here's the secret ingredient: a sprinkle of sumac and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil to elevate the flavor profile to new heights. But wait, there's more! Let me share a little tip that will transform your leftovers into something magical. Take that leftover pasta, grate some cheese on top, arrange it on a baking tray, and pop it in the oven at 400°F for 35 minutes. The result? A heavenly sheet tray pasta that will blow your mind. So, if you're tired of the same old pasta salad routine, get ready to embrace a Middle Eastern twist that will awaken your taste buds. Indulge in the vibrant flavors, savor the tantalizing aromas, and let the Middle Eastern magic transport you to a world of culinary bliss. It's time to make your pasta salad experience truly unforgettable!

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Ingredients

1 box of pasta

13 ½ olives

11 pickled sweet chilis

4 radishes

1 pickled lemon

½ bunch of cilantro

½ bunch of mint

200 gr feta cheese

Extra virgin olive oil

Red wine vinegar

Salt

Black pepper

Sumac

Directions

Step 1

First boil the pasta according to the manufacturer instructions on the box. Cook it al dente.

1 box of pasta

Step 2

Transfer the pasta into an ice bath to stop the cooking.

Step 3

Smash all the olives with a knife.

13 ½ olives

Step 4

Slice radishes as thin as possible, you can use a mandoline slicer (pleasssseeeee BE CAREFUL not to cut yourself).

4 radishes

Step 5

Chop cilantro and mint as thin as possible.

½ bunch of cilantro

½ bunch of mint

Step 6

Cut the pickled lemon into small pieces.

1 pickled lemon

Step 7

In a bowl, combine the pasta with all the rest of the ingredients besides the feta and give a good toss.

1 box of pasta

13 ½ olives

11 pickled sweet chilis

4 radishes

1 pickled lemon

½ bunch of cilantro

½ bunch of mint

Extra virgin olive oil

Red wine vinegar

Salt

Black pepper

Sumac

Step 8

Plate the salad, then crumble the feta on top.

200 gr feta cheese

Step 9

YASSS!

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