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High-Protein Italian Pasta Salad


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  • Author: mohamed-belafkihgmail-com
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A tasty and nutritious dish filled with colorful vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and feta cheese, perfect for warm days.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (your choice)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Italian dressing
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, chickpeas, feta cheese, olives, and parsley.
  3. Drizzle with Italian dressing, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Toss everything together until well combined.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for meal prep.

Notes

Feel free to use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta for a healthier option. For extra protein, add cooked chicken or shrimp to the salad. Customize your vegetables based on what you have on hand.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Cold Serving
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg