Easy High Protein Fall Pasta Salad
A hearty pasta salad celebrating fall flavors with roasted butternut squash, creamy feta, and protein-rich chickpeas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces pasta (like rotini or farfalle)
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced butternut squash (roasted)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling water and cooking the pasta according to package instructions until it’s al dente. Once done, drain it and rinse under cold water to cool it down.
- Prepare the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chickpeas, roasted butternut squash, crumbled feta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and chopped parsley.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine and Toss: Drizzle the dressing over the pasta salad, tossing everything thoroughly so that all the ingredients are evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve or Store: You can enjoy this salad immediately or refrigerate it for later. It tastes fantastic both chilled and at room temperature!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Keep the dressing separate for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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