Cavatelli Salad with Artichokes and Goat Cheese

Name: Cavatelli Salad with Artichokes and Goat Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 45 g Extra virgin olive oil; 200 g Cherry tomatoes; 150 g Artichoke hearts; 40 g Green onions; 12 g Garlic cloves; 20 g Basil, fresh; 8 g Salt; 2 g Pepper; 400 g Cavatelli pasta; 30 ml Vinegar; 80 g Olives; 120 g Goat cheese

Cavatelli Salad with Artichokes and Goat Cheese · ready in 25 min · 4 servings · 420 kcal per serving · easy · 12 ingredients

Tender cavatelli pasta is tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, briny artichokes, fresh herbs and creamy goat cheese for a bright, satisfying salad that is light yet indulgent.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 25 min
Serves: 4
kcal: 420
Difficulty: easy

Italian Mediterranean Main dishes Salads Side dishes Quick (30 min or less)Vegetarian

A QiMeal recipe · Updated 3 October 2026

Ingredients · 4 servings

45 gExtra virgin olive oil
200 gCherry tomatoes
150 gArtichoke hearts
40 gGreen onions
12 gGarlic cloves
20 gBasil, fresh
8 gSalt
2 gPepper
400 gCavatelli pasta (optional)
30 mlVinegar
80 gOlives
120 gGoat cheese

Equipment

stovetop, chef knife, colander, cutting board, large pot, mixing bowl, salad spoon, whisk

Instructions

Prep and cook pasta
Gather all ingredients and tools, then cook the cavatelli pasta in a large pot of well-salted boiling water over high heat until al dente. Drain in a colander and rinse under cold water. · 10 min
What to look for: tender with a slight bite
Dress the pasta
Whisk the extra virgin olive oil and vinegar in a small bowl, add the cooled pasta to a mixing bowl, and toss until evenly coated. · 2 min
What to look for: glossy and evenly dressed
Add vegetables
Add cherry tomatoes, chopped artichoke hearts, sliced olives, green onions, minced garlic, and torn fresh basil, then toss gently and season with salt and pepper. · 5 min
What to look for: colorful and evenly mixed
Finish and serve
Add the goat cheese, fold gently to keep pieces intact, and serve the salad immediately or at room temperature. · 2 min
What to look for: creamy pockets throughout

Nutrition (per serving)

kcal	420
Protein	14 g
Carbohydrates	50 g
of which sugars	5 g
Fat	18 g
of which saturated	5 g
Fibre	6 g
Sodium	620 mg

Nutri-ScoreC

Allergens

Contains: gluten, milk

Storage and reheating

Fridge: up to 3 days
Freezer: not recommended

Ingredient substitutions

Extra virgin olive oil

Avocado oil: Use for a more neutral flavor.

Cherry tomatoes

Grape tomatoes: Slice in half for best texture.

Artichoke hearts

Grilled zucchini: Adds a mild smoky note.

Green onions

Chives: Use finely chopped.

Garlic cloves

Garlic powder: Mix into dressing for even distribution.

Basil

Parsley: Adds freshness without strong aroma.