Authentic Greek Pasta Salad Recipe | Easy & Delicious

INGREDIENTS

1/2 pound extra-lean (90% lean) ground beef 1/3 cup chopped fresh mint or 2 tablespoons dried mint leaves 1 clove garlic, minced 1‑3/4 cups (about 6 ounces) small shell macaroni, cooked 10 cherry tomatoes, quartered 2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped 1/2 red onion, cut into rings 1/4 cup reduced-calorie Italian dressing 2 tablespoons lemon juice Salt and black pepper Lettuce leaves

PREPARATION:

1. Brown ground beef in medium skillet. Drain. Add mint and garlic; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
2. Spoon ground beef mixture into large bowl. Stir in pasta, tomatoes, cheese, red bell pepper and onion. Add dressing and lemon juice; toss lightly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve on lettuce-covered salad plates.

Note Salad can be made up to 4 hours in advance. This recipe appears in: European