Description
High Protein Greek Pasta Salad is a fresh, filling Mediterranean-inspired dish made with chickpea pasta, crisp vegetables, and a creamy Greek yogurt feta dressing. This protein-packed pasta salad is perfect for meal prep, lunches, or a healthy main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz chickpea pasta
- 1 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
Instructions
- Cook chickpea pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a food processor, blend Greek yogurt, feta cheese, olive oil, red wine vinegar, water, oregano, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and olives.
- Pour dressing over the pasta mixture and gently toss until fully coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Toss again before serving and garnish with extra feta if desired.
Notes
This pasta salad tastes even better after chilling and can be refreshed with a splash of olive oil or lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 355
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 445mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: high protein greek pasta salad, greek pasta salad, protein pasta salad