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Zesty Greek Pasta Salad with Chickpeas for Meal Prep

A white bowl filled with Greek pasta salad with chickpeas, featuring fusilli pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese.
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Make this refreshing and crunchy Greek pasta salad with chickpeas for a perfect vegetarian lunch that stays good for days. It features a zesty vinaigrette that keeps the ingredients fresh.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound rotini or fusilli pasta
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • For the Vinaigrette:
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse immediately with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
  2. While the pasta cools, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined. This zesty vinaigrette is key for keeping your healthy pasta salad fresh.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, rinsed chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
  4. Pour the vinaigrette over the pasta mixture. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese last.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. This mediterranean meal prep dish tastes best after chilling.

Notes

  • To keep this vegetarian lunch idea crunchy for 3-4 days, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The pasta absorbs the dressing nicely without becoming mushy.
  • For an extra protein boost, you can add grilled chicken or shrimp, though this recipe is excellent as a plant-based option.
  • This easy picnic food travels well and is great for batch cooking.

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