Description
Discover the ultimate High Protein Greek Pasta Salad, a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Bursting with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports your health goals. Using Barilla Protein+ pasta as a base, it packs a protein punch to keep you feeling full and energized. Whether you’re prepping lunch for work, hosting a picnic, or enjoying a family dinner, this easy-to-make salad is meal prep-friendly and tastes even better when chilled overnight.
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
- 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 onion, and halve tomatoes.
- Cook the Barilla Protein+ pasta in salted boiling water for 9-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with prepared vegetables and pour the dressing over the mixture. Gently toss to coat.
- Add feta crumbles and fresh dill; toss again to incorporate. Chill before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 15mg