Halal Pasta Salad

This Halal Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish, perfect for a light lunch or as a side at gatherings. Featuring a medley of fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, it offers a deliciously satisfying experience with every bite.

Ingredients

• Pasta (farfalle or penne) - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Black olives - 50 grams, sliced
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the cooled pasta to the mixing bowl with the vegetables and feta. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.
5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Provides a good source of protein and healthy fats from feta cheese and olive oil.

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