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A vibrant high-protein pasta salad with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, and feta in a large bowl.

Homemade High-Protein Pasta Salad

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz chickpea -based rotini pasta
  • 2 cups grilled chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely minced
  • 1/2 cup non -fat Greek yogurt, plain
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook chickpea pasta for 7-9 minutes or until al dente.
  2. Drain pasta and immediately rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until a smooth dressing forms.
  4. In a large chilled mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, diced grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  5. Pour the yogurt dressing over the ingredients and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
  6. Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to emulsify and the pasta to absorb the dressing.