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Mediterranean Chickpea Pasta Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Pasta Salad: Fresh, Flavor-Packed Delight

This Mediterranean Chickpea Pasta Salad is a delightful, nutritious dish featuring al dente pasta, chickpeas, and a vibrant mix of vegetables.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces whole wheat or chickpea pasta
For the Salad
  • 1 can canned chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives sliced
  • 4 ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives. Fold in feta and parsley.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For meal prep, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve.

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