High Protein Greek Pasta Salad
A vibrant and hearty High Protein Greek Pasta Salad that’s perfect for any occasion, bringing together comforting nostalgia and a health-focused lifestyle.
- 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
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- 1/2 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt (118g)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (30g)
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp each: dried oregano, dried dill, garlic powder, pepper
- 1 box chickpea pasta (226g)
- 1 cup cherry tomato halves (150g)
- 1 cup diced cucumber (130g)
- 1/2 green pepper (diced; 90g)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion (55g)
- 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives (30g)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (60g)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta by boiling salted water and adding the chickpea pasta, cooking until al dente, about 7-9 minutes.
- Prepare the Dressing by whisking together Greek yogurt, water, olive oil, red wine vinegar (or lemon juice), oregano, dill, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.
- Drain and Rinse the Pasta to cool it down and prevent mushiness.
- Chop the Veggies including cherry tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, red onion, and olives.
- Combine Everything in a large mixing bowl and gently fold together.
- Serve the salad and let it sit in the fridge for about 30 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
Make it ahead of time for better flavor, and store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Greek salad, pasta salad, high protein, vegetarian, Mediterranean
Find it online: https://rusticflavor.com/high-protein-greek-pasta-salad-recipe/