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Creamy High Protein Pasta Salad

Creamy High Protein Pasta Salad for a Fresh Meal Prep Win

This Creamy High Protein Pasta Salad is nutritious and customizable, featuring chickpea pasta and vibrant veggies for a satisfying meal prep option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Chickpea Pasta Brands like Banza or Barilla work great.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Adds healthy fats.
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Provides acidity.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard For tangy depth.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Offers aromatic flavor.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.
For the Salad
  • 1-2 cups Fresh Chopped Vegetables (like bell peppers, cucumbers, etc.) Mix and match your favorites.
  • 1 handful Fresh Herbs (like parsley or basil) Fresh is best.
  • optional Cheese (like feta or mozzarella) For creaminess and extra protein.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add chickpea pasta and cook for 7-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until emulsified.
  3. Add cooled chickpea pasta to the bowl. Chop and add fresh vegetables, and toss in chopped herbs.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta and vegetables. Fold gently until everything is coated.
  5. Transfer the salad to an airtight container or cover the bowl. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Stir before serving. Add extra herbs or cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let pasta cool completely before adding dressing. Add fresh vegetables just before serving for maximum crispness.

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