Taziki's Friday Pasta

3 Tbsp fresh Thyme, chopped (or 1 Tbsp dried)

1 Tbsp Shallot, minced

1/2 C Balsamic Vinegar

Juice from 1 lemon

1 tsp Sugar

1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard

1 1.2 C Blended Olive Oil

Salt and Pepper to taste

6 C Mixed Lettuces

1 1/2 lbs Penne Pasta, cooked

6 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts, grilled and cubed

2 C Feta Cheese, crumbled

3 tomatoes, seeded and diced

1 handful fresh Basil, chopped (or 1 Tbsp dried)

To make vinaigrette: Mix thyme, shallots, balsamic vinegar, lemon, sugar, and Dijon mustard. Slowly whisk in oil. Add salt and pepper. 

Place about 1 C mixed lettuces on each plate. Toss cooked pasta with 12 oz (or to taste) vinaigrette. 

Spoon approximately 3 C pasta onto lettuce, then add chicken.

Top with diced tomato, feta cheese and basil, to taste.