Chickpea Pasta Salad

This Chickpea Pasta Salad is a refreshing low-carb Greek dish, packed with vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients. Perfect for a light meal or a hearty side, it combines protein-rich chickpea pasta with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing.

Ingredients

• Chickpea pasta - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, sliced Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
3. Add the cooled chickpea pasta to the bowl with the vegetables and cheese.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss everything gently until well combined.
6. Finally, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top and serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber from chickpeas, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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