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High-Protein Italian Pasta Salad


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A vibrant and satisfying pasta salad packed with protein, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or potlucks.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Pasta (e.g., rotini or penne)
  • 1 cup Salami, chopped
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup Cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup Bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup Red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Olives, sliced
  • 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Italian dressing
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, salami, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
  3. Drizzle the Italian dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Add chopped basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Notes

This pasta salad gets better as it sits! Make it a day in advance for focused flavor development.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 740mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg