Penne Mediterranean Delight Salad – Diabetic Friendly

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
A hearty, flavorful Mediterranean-inspired pasta salad that is perfect for summer picnics and bbqs
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Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups dry dreamfields penne rigate ( or other low carb pasta )
1 cup cherry tomatoes or 1 cup yellow cherry tomato , cut in half
2/3 cup prepared hummus
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/3 cup black olives or 1/3 cup green pitted Greek olive , cut in half
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon capers , drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
297
Sugar
3g
Fat
16g
This Penne Mediterranean Delight Salad is a perfect dish to serve at summer picnics and barbecues. It is simple yet packed with flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser for both diabetics and non-diabetics alike. The combination of low carb pasta, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese creates a delicious, Mediterranean-inspired dish that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The dressing adds a tangy kick to the salad that complements all of the other flavors perfectly. Top it off with some toasted pine nuts for added crunch!

Instructions

1.Cook the pasta according to package instructions and rinse with cold water.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, hummus, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and fresh basil.
3.In a smaller bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, capers, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4.Top with toasted pine nuts and serve chilled.

PROS

This salad is packed with flavor and healthy ingredients that are perfect for diabetics.

It is easy to prepare and can be made in advance.

The low carb pasta and hummus are great options for regulating blood sugar levels.

CONS

This salad contains a fair amount of fat from the olives, feta cheese, and olive oil.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some may find the taste of hummus and olives overpowering.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is great for diabetics as it is low in carbs and high in fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
The cherry tomatoes are a great source of vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene, which is an antioxidant that can help reduce inflammation.
The olives and olive oil provide healthy monounsaturated fats that have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and improving cholesterol levels.

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