FEATHER SALAD WITH CHEESE AND SPINACH

INGREDIENTS

For the salad

• 2 L of water
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 200 g of Penne La Moderna® pasta
• 1/2 cup of almonds
• 1/2 cup of pumpkin seeds
• 1 cup of fresh cheese, cubed
• 1/2 cup of pitted black olives
• 4 cups of baby spinach

For the vinaigrette

• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme, cleaned
• 1 pinch of dried oregano, salt, and black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

For the salad

1. Heat the water and salt in a tall pot until boiling.
2. Immediately add the Penne La Moderna® pasta and cook until it is al dente.
3. Drain and set aside.
4. Toast the seeds in a pan and transfer them to a bowl. Add the rest of the salad ingredients along with the pasta and mix to combine.

For the vinaigrette

1. Place all the vinaigrette ingredients in a glass jar with a lid and shake vigorously to form an emulsion.
2. Drizzle the salad with the vinaigrette and toss well. Serve immediately and enjoy.