Description
Mediterranean chickpea pasta salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the rich flavors of the Mediterranean in a delightful, easy-to-make recipe. This protein-packed salad features tender chickpeas, al dente pasta, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all lightly tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners, this colorful salad is not only satisfying but also incredibly versatile. Enjoy it on its own as a main dish or serve it alongside grilled proteins for a complete meal. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this Mediterranean chickpea pasta salad is destined to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
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
- 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 cool.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta with chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg