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Cold Whole Wheat Mezze Maniche with Salmon, Fennel and Feta

17/11/2023

Here’s a fresh and tasty recipe for preparing cold whole wheat mezze maniche with salmon, fennel, and feta cheese.

Ingredients

  • 250 g of whole wheat mezze maniche
  • 200 g of smoked salmon
  • 100 g of feta cheese
  • Fennel seeds (to taste)
  • Fresh fennel herb (if available) or alternatively dill
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Grated zest of 1/2 lemon (optional for an extra touch)
  • Capers (optional, to add an additional note of flavor)

Preparation

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the whole wheat mezze maniche according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking and cool them completely. Let them drain well.

  2. While the pasta is cooking, cut the smoked salmon into strips or small pieces, and place it in a large bowl.

  3. Crumble the feta cheese with your hands or cut it into small cubes and add it to the bowl with the salmon.

  4. Also add the fennel seeds and finely chopped fresh fennel herb (or dill if you do not have fennel). If you decide to use capers, add them now.

  5. Pour the lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil into the bowl. If desired, add grated lemon zest. Season with salt and black pepper to taste and gently mix all the ingredients.

  6. Add the cooled pasta to the salmon, feta, and fennel mix. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.

  7. Let the pasta rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving, this will allow the flavors to blend better.

  8. Serve the cold pasta garnished with a few sprigs of fresh fennel or dill for a decorative touch and an additional aroma.

Curiosity

This dish is ideal for a summer lunch, thanks to its freshness from the lemon and fennel herb. The smoked salmon and feta bring a pleasant savoriness that balances out the sweetness of the fennel. The use of whole wheat pasta also offers a higher fiber option with a lower glycemic index than traditional pasta, while still maintaining a full and satisfying flavor.

Cold Whole Wheat Mezze Maniche with Salmon, Fennel and Feta