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High Protein Pasta Salad No Mayo

High Protein Pasta Salad No Mayo for a Fresh Summer Twist

A vibrant High Protein Pasta Salad No Mayo packed with fresh veggies and protein for a refreshing summer dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Rotini Consider Barilla Protein+ for extra protein boost.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Can swap with any color of bell pepper.
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Regular cucumber works as well.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Any green vegetable can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Grape tomatoes can be a good alternative.
  • 1 small Red Onion Can use green onions for a milder flavor.
  • 1 handful Fresh Parsley Use any favorite herbs.
  • 1 handful Fresh Basil Use any favorite herbs.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be a good substitute.
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese Omit for dairy-free option or use vegan cheese.
  • 0.5 cup Black Olives Green olives can also be an option.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 0.25 cup Olive Oil Avocado oil is a suitable alternative.
  • 3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used if preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard is an option.
  • 1 clove Garlic Garlic powder can substitute if fresh garlic isn't available.
  • Salt & Pepper Essential seasonings to taste.

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • mixing bowl
  • colander
  • Pot
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for High Protein Pasta Salad No Mayo
  1. Begin by dicing one red bell pepper, slicing half an English cucumber, and halving a cup of cherry tomatoes. Mince a small red onion and chop a handful of fresh parsley and basil. Place all these ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, and 1 clove of minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add 8 ounces of rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually around 8-10 minutes. Once done, drain in a colander and rinse under cold water.
  4. In the large mixing bowl, add the cooled, drained pasta and fold in ½ cup of crumbled feta cheese, ½ cup of pitted black olives, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Gently mix everything together until well-combined.
  5. Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the pasta salad mixture. Toss gently to ensure an even coating of dressing across all ingredients. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

To keep your salad crisp, store it in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within four days for optimum freshness.

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