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A vibrant High Protein Pasta Salad in a large bowl with cherry tomatoes, edamame, and creamy dressing

High Protein Pasta Salad

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz chickpea pasta
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, steamed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup non -fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the chickpea pasta according to package directions.
  2. Drain the pasta and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and prevent sticking.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chilled pasta, cubed chicken, edamame, cherry tomatoes, baby spinach, and red onion.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
  6. Fold in the crumbled feta cheese.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.