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High Protein Pasta Salad

High Protein Pasta Salad


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  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A filling and protein-packed pasta salad with grilled chicken, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, perfect for meal prep or a healthy lunch.


Ingredients

  • 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
  • 2 cups cooked rotini pasta
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. Cook pasta, drain, and cool.
  2. Grill and slice chicken.
  3. In a bowl, combine pasta, chicken, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, and spinach.
  4. Add feta, olive oil, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Toss and serve.

Notes

  • Use whole wheat pasta for extra fiber.
  • Store in fridge up to 3 days.
  • Add avocado or boiled eggs for more variety.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Toss
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean