Description
Healthy Greek Pasta Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors. Made with protein-packed chickpea pasta, tender chicken, and fresh vegetables, this salad is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re enjoying a light lunch, hosting a dinner gathering, or meal prepping for the week ahead. The zesty lemon dressing and tangy feta cheese bring a burst of flavor to every bite, making it not only satisfying but also a wholesome addition to your diet. This recipe is customizable, allowing you to tailor it to your taste preferences while keeping it healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 8 oz Chickpea Pasta
- 1 Orange Bell Pepper (diced)
- 1 cup English Cucumber (diced)
- 4 oz Grape Tomatoes (sliced in half)
- 2 oz Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- ¼ cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
- ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Zest and juice of 2 Lemons
- 3 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- ½ tablespoon Dried Oregano
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook chickpea pasta according to package instructions; drain and cool.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook marinated chicken until fully cooked.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, cooked chicken, diced vegetables, crumbled feta, and remaining marinade. Toss well and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg