Vegan: Aegean Artichoke & Penne Salad

* Exported from MasterCook *

VEGAN: AEGEAN ARTICHOKE & PENNE SALAD

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Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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6 Fresh baby artichokes
1/4 c Lemon juice
1/2 lb Penne
1/2 c Tomato juice
2 tb Olive oil
Juice of one lemon
2 Cloves garlic, minced
3 tb Fresh parsley
3 tb Fresh basil or 1 tsp. dried
1/2 ts Salt
1/4 ts Black pepper
1/2 c Fresh tomato, chopped
1/2 c Kalamata olives
2 tb Capers
1/2 c Feta cheese (optional)

1. Cut stems off artichokes. Peel off tough outer
leaves to reveal yellow-green hearts. Cut artichokes
into quarters. Combine 1/4 cup lemon juice with 2
cups water in a medium bowl. Add artichokes to lemon
water and toss to prevent discoloration. Drain. Steam
artichokes until tender, about 20 minutes. chill.

2. In a large pot, bring 2 quarts water to a rapid
boil. Add 1 teaspoon salt and penne. Cook penne until
al dente, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold
water.

3. To make salad dressing: combine tomato juice,
olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parlsey, basil, salt
and pepper in a food processor or blender and puree
for 30 seconds.

4. Toss together artichokes, penne, capers, olives
and feta cheese in a large bowl salad bowl. Pour
dressing over and toss well. enjoy, jen



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