Quick Greek Pasta Salad with Steak

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless steak (such as sirloin or flank steak)
• 1 pound penne pasta
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the steak with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to desired doneness. Remove the steak from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
2. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
3. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, olives, feta, red onion, parsley, remaining olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Add the sliced steak to the pasta salad and toss to coat.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 500 per serving
• Fat: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Protein: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Flavorful and tangy
• Fresh and flavorful
• Quick and easy to prepare
• Perfect for a summer meal

User Comments:

• "This pasta salad is so refreshing and delicious. I love the combination of steak and pasta."
• "I made this for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it."
• "This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overcook the steak, as it will become tough.
• If you can't find Kalamata olives, you can substitute black olives.
• If you don't have fresh parsley, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried parsley.