Description
Discover the vibrant and nutritious Protein Packed Thai Pasta Salad, perfect for any occasion! This delightful dish features garbanzo bean rotini pasta as its base, delivering a hearty 14 grams of protein per serving. Tossed with a medley of fresh vegetables such as crunchy cabbage, sweet carrots, and refreshing cucumber, this salad is not only colorful but also packed with essential nutrients. The zesty peanut dressing made from peanut butter and orange juice adds a tangy kick that elevates every bite. Whether you’re preparing for a potluck, a picnic, or simply looking for an easy weeknight meal, this salad is sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping you nourished.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz garbanzo bean rotini pasta
- 4 scallions, sliced
- 1 cup chopped cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp liquid aminos
- 1–4 tsp sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- Cook 8 oz garbanzo bean rotini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, ¼ cup peanut butter, ¼ cup orange juice, minced garlic (1 clove), liquid aminos (1 tbsp), and sriracha (to taste).
- Add cooled pasta to the dressing and mix well.
- Incorporate sliced scallions (4), chopped cabbage (1 cup), shredded carrots (1 cup), and chopped cucumber (1 cup). Toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg