Description
Indulge in this Healthy Greek Pasta Salad, a delightful fusion of flavors that’s perfect for summer gatherings, busy weeknights, or meal prep. Featuring tender chicken, gluten-free chickpea pasta, tangy feta cheese, and an array of fresh vegetables, this low-calorie dish is not only nutritious but also satisfying. The zesty lemon dressing brings everything together, making each bite a burst of freshness. Whether served as a light main course or a colorful side dish, this salad is sure to impress at any occasion!
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)
- 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
- Prepare the marinade by mixing garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest in a bowl.
- Marinate the chicken in half of the marinade for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Cook chickpea pasta according to package instructions; drain and cool.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; cook marinated chicken until fully cooked, about 5 minutes per side.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with the cooked chicken, diced vegetables, feta cheese, and remaining marinade. Toss well and serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg