Description
A nutritious high-protein pasta salad perfect for meal prep or a light lunch, featuring wholesome ingredients that keep you full and satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole grain pasta
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup mixed veggies (e.g., bell peppers, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes)
- 35g protein (e.g., from chicken)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the whole grain pasta according to package instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking, chop the mixed veggies and set aside.
- Once the pasta is done, drain it and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, Greek yogurt, chopped chicken, and mixed veggies.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
- Toss everything together until well mixed.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy your high protein meal prep!
Notes
Be careful not to overcook the pasta. Add dressing just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 25mg