Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Healthy Greek Pasta Salad, featuring succulent chicken, gluten-free chickpea pasta, creamy feta, and a medley of fresh vegetables. Perfect as a light lunch, hearty dinner, or a colorful side dish for gatherings, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. The combination of protein from the chicken and chickpeas ensures you feel satisfied while enjoying this low-calorie delight. Quick to prepare in under an hour, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep for the week ahead. Customize it with your favorite veggies or dressings to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 8 oz Chickpea Pasta
- 1 Orange Bell Pepper (diced)
- 1 cup English Cucumber (diced)
- 4 oz Grape Tomatoes (sliced in half)
- 2 oz Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- ¼ cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
- 2 Lemons (zest and juice)
- ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- ½ tablespoon Dried Oregano
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by mixing minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the marinade for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Cook chickpea pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook marinated chicken for about 5 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with chicken, diced veggies, crumbled feta cheese, and the remaining marinade. Toss well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg