Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

bow tie pasta

0.5 cup

extra virgin olive oil

0.33 cup

lemon juice

freshly squeezed

1 tbsp

anchovy paste

2 unit

garlic cloves

minced

1 tsp

dried oregano leaves

crumbled

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

1 unit

English cucumber

diced

2 cup

cherry tomatoes

halved

2 cup

black olives

pitted

1 cup

red onion

chopped

0.5 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

1 cup

feta cheese

finely diced

Step 1
~5 min

Cook bow tie pasta in boiling salted water until al dente (8-10 minutes).

Step 2
~5 min

Drain pasta well and let it cool.

Step 3
~5 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, anchovy paste, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

Key Technique: Dressing
Step 4
~5 min

Toss the cooled pasta with the prepared dressing.

Key Technique: Dressing
Step 5
~5 min

Add diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, black olives, chopped red onion, and parsley to the pasta mixture.

Step 6
~5 min

Gently stir in the feta cheese.

Step 7
~5 min

Chill the salad in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Use high-quality feta cheese for the best flavor.

Add a sprinkle of fresh mint for extra freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a side dish or light meal.

Pairs well with grilled meats or fish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Lemon herb baked fish

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greece

Cultural Significance

Represents the fresh, vibrant flavors of Greek cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer picnics
Barbecues
Greek festivals

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Potluck
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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