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High Protein Greek Pasta Salad

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A vibrant and protein-packed Greek Pasta Salad bursting with flavors, perfect for meal prep or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz pasta (Barilla Protein+ recommended)
  • 1 cucumber (peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch half-moons)
  • 1 pint tomatoes (cherry or grape)
  • 1 red bell pepper (seeded and diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 1 red onion
  • 5 oz feta (crumbled)
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 2/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 lemon (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta by boiling salted water and cooking according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the veggies by chopping cucumber, dicing bell peppers, and slicing red onion.
  3. Mix the dressing by whisking together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Combine the pasta with the veggies in a large mixing bowl after draining and cooling.
  5. Add the feta cheese and dressing, tossing until everything is well coated.
  6. Flavor with fresh dill and give the salad a gentle toss.
  7. Chill the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Great for meal prep and can hold up well in the fridge for 3-5 days. Serve family-style or individual bowls, garnish with extra feta or herbs.

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Keywords: Greek pasta salad, high protein salad, Mediterranean salad, healthy meal prep

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