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High-Protein Italian Pasta Salad


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: High-Protein

Description

A vibrant and nutritious pasta salad loaded with salami, feta, and fresh vegetables, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.


Ingredients

  • Pasta (rotini or penne)
  • Salami, chopped
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Cucumber, diced
  • Bell pepper, diced
  • Red onion, chopped
  • Olives, sliced
  • Feta cheese, crumbled
  • Italian dressing
  • Fresh basil, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, salami, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
  3. Drizzle the Italian dressing over the salad and toss to combine thoroughly.
  4. Add chopped basil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment!

Notes

This salad tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg