Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our High Protein Greek Pasta Salad, a nutritious dish that’s as delightful as it is easy to prepare. This refreshing salad combines protein-rich Barilla Protein+ pasta with a medley of fresh vegetables, zesty feta cheese, and a homemade vinaigrette dressing. Perfect for meal prep, summer picnics, or quick lunches, it’s a versatile option that satisfies both hunger and health needs. Dive into this colorful salad that brings Mediterranean flair right to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz Barilla Protein+ pasta
- 1 cucumber
- 1 pint tomatoes
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- 5 oz feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 2/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup red apple vinegar
- 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables: Slice cucumber, dice bell peppers, thinly slice red onion, and halve or quarter tomatoes.
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (9-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl or jar.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta with prepared vegetables. Pour the dressing over and toss gently. Add crumbled feta and fresh dill; mix well.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes or up to 4 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg