High Protein Pasta Salad
A vibrant and nutritious pasta salad packed with whole grain pasta, chicken, colorful vegetables, and a zesty dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Mixing, Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Protein-rich, Can be Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole grain pasta
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Once al dente, drain and let cool.
- Combine the cooked pasta, chopped chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve cold for a refreshing meal!
Notes
Cool the pasta before combining to prevent wilting vegetables. Customize with additional proteins or seasonal veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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