Easy High-Protein Italian Pasta Salad
A delightful, high-protein pasta salad packed with fresh vegetables, salami, and feta cheese, perfect for lunches or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cold Mix
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High-Protein, Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 8 oz rotini or penne
- 1 cup salami, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the cooled pasta, diced salami, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced red onion, diced bell pepper, sliced black olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Prepare the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Mix salad and dressing: Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Chill and serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and adjust seasonings to your liking.