Description
Discover a refreshing and nutritious dish with this High Protein Greek Pasta Salad! Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this salad is perfect for meal prep, a side dish, or a satisfying standalone lunch. Featuring whole grain pasta, crunchy vegetables, and protein-rich feta cheese, it’s a delightful way to enhance your protein intake while enjoying a delicious Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole grain pasta
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 3/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the whole grain pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- Add the cooled pasta to the vegetable mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salad and toss gently until well combined.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg