YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Fresh Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Chickpeas
Enjoy a vibrant Mediterranean pasta salad featuring tender grilled chicken, whole wheat pasta, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. This refreshing and satisfying dish balances robust flavors with light, nutrient-dense ingredients for a perfect mid-day or evening meal.
INGREDIENTS
3 ounces Chicken Breast (85g)
0.75 cup Whole Wheat Pasta (105g, cooked)
0.5 cup Chickpeas (82g)
0.25 cup Feta Cheese (40g, crumbled)
0.5 cup Sliced Cucumber (52g)
0.5 cup Halved Cherry Tomatoes (75g)
5 Kalamata Olives (15g, pitted)
1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil (5g)
1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice (15g)
0.125 cup Finely Chopped Red Onion (15g)
1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Parsley (3g)
PREPARATION
Cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions; drain and let cool.
Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper and grill over medium heat until fully cooked, then slice into bite-sized strips.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chickpeas, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and Kalamata olives.
Add the sliced grilled chicken and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad, and gently toss to ensure even distribution.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.