Mediterranean Gemelli Pasta Salad with Olive Tapenade and Feta

Description

This vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Gemelli Pasta Salad features chewy gemelli pasta, sweet grape tomatoes, salty Kalamata olives, and a rich homemade olive tapenade. Tossed with crumbled feta cheese and fresh oregano, this easy, Greek-inspired pasta salad is perfect for a light lunch, picnic, or summer side dish.

Ingredients

• 3 garlic cloves, peeled
• 2 cups coarsely chopped pitted Greek kalamata or black olives, divided
• 3 tablespoons capers, drained
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 can anchovies packed in pure olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Coarse Ground Dijon Mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
• 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 pound gemelli pasta
• 2 pints cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 8-ounce package crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano

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