Mediterranean Chickpea Pasta Salad
Mediterranean chickpea pasta salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. This colorful salad combines protein-rich chickpeas, al dente pasta, and fresh vegetables like cucumbers and cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for meal prep or as a quick weeknight dinner, it’s versatile enough to be served as a main course or a delightful side dish. With its bright colors and refreshing taste, this salad is not only satisfying but also a great way to incorporate healthy ingredients into your meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup canned chickpeas (rinsed)
- 1/2 cup cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup olives (sliced)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 10mg