YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Fresh Mediterranean Chickpea Pasta Salad
Enjoy a vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean pasta salad featuring protein-packed chickpea pasta, hearty chickpeas, crisp vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a light lemon-olive oil dressing, finished with tender grilled chicken for an extra boost of protein. Perfect for a balanced meal any time of day.
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Chickpea Pasta
1/2 cup Chickpeas, cooked
2 oz Grilled Chicken Breast
1 oz Feta Cheese
1/2 cup Diced Cucumber
1/2 cup Halved Cherry Tomatoes
1/2 medium Red Bell Pepper, diced
1/8 medium Red Onion, finely sliced
Small serving Kalamata Olives, sliced
1 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and let cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, finely sliced red onion, and sliced kalamata olives.
Add crumbled feta cheese and diced grilled chicken breast to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a light dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated.
Adjust seasonings as needed and serve chilled or at room temperature.