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High Protein Greek Pasta Salad

A delightful way to celebrate the taste of summer, this High Protein Greek Pasta Salad is easy to whip up and packed with vibrant flavors and nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Salad
  • 8 oz whole grain pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 whole cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers diced
  • 1/2 whole red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil for dressing
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar for dressing
  • 1 tsp dried oregano for dressing
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large bowl
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Cook the whole grain pasta according to package instructions. Once done, drain and rinse it under cold water to cool.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, feta cheese, chickpeas, olives, and parsley. Mix it well!
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. This dressing will bring everything together.
  4. Step 4: Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and gently toss to combine. Ensure every piece is coated!
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Notes

This salad can last for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, making it great for meal prep!