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High-Protein Pasta Salad: A Delicious Meal Prep Idea!

A nutritious and delicious high-protein pasta salad perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces whole wheat pasta fusilli or rotini
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, red bell pepper, feta cheese, and red onion.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a quick toss and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider mixing in grilled chicken or turkey.
  • Swap out the feta for mozzarella or omit cheese entirely for a dairy-free version.

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