Description
A nutritious and flavorful high protein Italian pasta salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella balls
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/3 cup Italian dressing
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the pasta, tomatoes, mozzarella, olives, bell pepper, red onion, basil, and chickpeas.
- Pour the Italian dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
- Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: high protein italian pasta salad