Description
Healthy Greek Pasta Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken, chickpea pasta, fresh vegetables, and feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic vinaigrette. This gluten-free recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a picnic, potluck, or a simple weeknight dinner. With its vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients, this pasta salad is not only filling but also a delightful way to enjoy Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoy it as a main dish or side and impress your family and friends with its delicious taste!
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 (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
- In a mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest to create the marinade.
- Place chicken in a plastic storage bag with half of the marinade; refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Cook chickpea pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside to cool.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook marinated chicken for about five minutes on each side or until fully cooked.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with cooked chicken, diced bell pepper, cucumber, grape tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and parsley; toss with remaining marinade.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg