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Cucumber and Cilantro Pasta Salad

INGREDIENTS:

8 oz. of Ziti pasta

1 English cucumber, de-seeded and cut into thin slices

1/2 sweet onion, thinly sliced

1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt

2 tablespoon of fresh dill, chopped

1 tablespoon of fresh oregano chopped

1 teaspoon of salt

1 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon of Olive Olive U Tuscan herb olive oil

1 tablespoon of Olive U White Balsamic Vinegar

INSTRUCTIONS:
  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. Drain the pasta and immediately toss with 1 tablespoon Olive U Tuscan herb olive oil.
  3. Set aside to cool while making the dressing.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, dill, oregano, salt, pepper and White Balsamic Vinegar. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  5. Cut cucumber along length and then cut into thin, even slices. Cut onion into thin slices and then into quarters.
  6. In a large bowl, mix together the pasta, dressing, onion, and cucumber. Stir until fully combined with the pasta and vegetables well coated in the dressing.
  7. Chill before serving.

Tomato, Cucumber and Feta Salad

INGREDIENTS:

3 large Cucumbers, peeled and chopped (about 4 cups).

1/2 Tbsp Oregano

1 large Red Onion

5 Roma tomatoes, chopped (about 4 cups), or substitute grape tomatoes instead

8-16 oz Feta cheese

1/4-1/2 cup Dressing

DRESSING INGREDIENTS:

2 cloves Garlic

1 Lemon or 1/4 cup lemon juice

2 tsp Italian Seasoning

10 grinds Black pepper

3 pinches Salt

1/4 cup Olive U Basil Lemongrass olive oil

3 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar

Marinated Mozzarella, Artichoke and Olive Antipasto

INGREDIENTS:

1 Package Bel Gioioso Fresh Mozzarella Pearls (8 oz)
1 Jar (12 oz) Marinated or Smoked Artichoke Hearts, drained and quartered
1 Cup Green Pitted Olives
2 Tbsp Olive U Basil or Basil Lemongrass Olive Oil (your choice)
1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
2 Cloves of Minced Garlic
Fresh Basil for Garnish (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Combine mozzarella balls, artichoke hearts and mixed olives in a bowl.
  • In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic and lemon juice.  
  • Pour the marinade over the mozzarella mixture and mix until coated.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
  • Garnish with Basil if desired and serve with your favorite bread or crackers.
  • Enjoy!
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