Description
A nourishing and vibrant salad packed with protein from chickpeas and whole grain pasta, perfect for gatherings or quick lunches.
Ingredients
- 8 oz whole grain pasta
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Preparing the salad in advance enhances the flavors. Refrigerate for an hour before serving for best results.
