Fresh High Protein Mediterranean Pasta Salad
A vibrant and wholesome pasta salad loaded with protein and fresh Mediterranean ingredients, perfect for meal prep or a light lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., farfalle, penne)
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain it well and let it cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until blended.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss everything gently to combine evenly.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste or refrigerate for later to allow the flavors to develop.
Notes
For optimal texture, don’t overcook the pasta; it should be al dente. Allow the salad to chill for at least an hour if you have the time to enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 25mg