Imagine a dish that captures the vibrant colors and bold flavors of the Mediterranean in a single, delicious bite. The Penne Cannellini and Tomatoes Salad is exactly that—a fusion of fresh, wholesome ingredients that transports your taste buds to the sun-drenched coasts of Italy and Greece.
This salad is a delightful medley of textures and tastes, featuring the hearty creaminess of cannellini beans, the gentle crunch of fresh spinach, and the satisfying bite of penne pasta. These ingredients come together in perfect harmony to create a balanced, satisfying dish.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Servings: 4
INGREDIENTS:
- 8 oz. penne pasta
- 2 (14.5 oz.) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
- 1 (19 oz.) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 10 oz. fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1/2 C. crumbled feta cheese
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Begin by cooking the penne pasta according to package instructions until it’s perfectly al dente. Once cooked, drain and allow it to cool.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the other ingredients:
- Drain and rinse the cannellini beans.
- Wash and chop the fresh spinach.
- Crumble the feta cheese.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled penne pasta, cannellini beans, fresh spinach, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Open the cans of Italian-style diced tomatoes and generously coat the salad with the contents, using the diced tomatoes as a dressing to tie everything together.
- Toss the salad gently to ensure all the ingredients are well combined.
- Serve immediately as a light main course or as a side dish. This Penne Cannellini and Tomatoes Salad is a delightful medley of textures and flavors, perfectly capturing the essence of the Mediterranean.
The result is a vibrant, satisfying salad that’s perfect as a side dish or even a light main course. Whether you’re enjoying it on a sunny picnic or as a quick weeknight dinner, this Penne Cannellini and Tomatoes Salad brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your plate.
The Penne Cannellini and Tomatoes Salad is a testament to the beauty of Mediterranean cuisine—simple, fresh ingredients combined to create a culinary masterpiece. With each forkful, you’ll savor the creamy beans, the earthy spinach, and the tangy tomatoes, all harmonizing in a delightful symphony of flavors. So, embrace the Mediterranean spirit, whip up this salad, and let your taste buds embark on a journey to the sunny shores of Italy and Greece.
