Protein Packed Pasta Salad Recipe
- Prep Time: 20 Minutes
- Cook Time: 50 Minutes
- Total Time: 70 Minutes
- Yield: 4-6 Servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta (your choice of shape)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (use a mix of red, yellow, and green for color)
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped (optional for extra protein)
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Dash Salt Free Original Blend
- ½ tsp black pepper
Directions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, or mason jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dash Salt Free Original Blend, and black pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, chickpeas, cooked chicken breast (if using), and feta cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top of the salad and gently mix it in.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled, and enjoy your Protein Packed Pasta Salad!
