Tangy Lemon and Feta Capellini
This tangy and refreshing pasta salad is the perfect summer dish. The combination of sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and salty feta cheese is tossed in a light and flavorful lemon-olive oil dressing. It's a quick and easy dish to make, and it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
The inspiration for this recipe came to me on a hot summer day when I was looking for a light and refreshing meal. I had some leftover cherry tomatoes and cucumber in my fridge, and I decided to toss them together with some feta cheese and a simple lemon-olive oil dressing. The result was a delicious and satisfying salad that was perfect for the hot weather. I've been making this salad ever since, and it's become a favorite of mine and my friends. It's the perfect dish for a summer picnic or barbecue, and it's also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound capellini pasta
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cucumber, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley in a large bowl.
  3. Drain the pasta and add it to the bowl with the vegetables.
  4. Drizzle in the olive oil and lemon juice and toss to coat.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The combination of sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and salty feta cheese is a perfect balance of flavors.
  • The light and flavorful lemon-olive oil dressing is the perfect complement to the vegetables.
  • This salad is quick and easy to make, and it's perfect for a light lunch or dinner.