Protein Quinoa Pasta Salad Recipe
This Protein Quinoa Pasta Salad Recipe proves you can eat clean, look fabulous, and still avoid kitchen drama.
It blends quinoa pasta, bright veggies, and bold flavors that behave better than your notifications.
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Protein Quinoa Pasta Salad Recipe
A colorful vegan quinoa pasta salad loaded with protein, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing for a refreshing, wholesome meal.
Ingredients
For Salad
- 1 cup quinoa pasta dry
- ½ cup chickpeas cooked
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup cucumber diced
- ¼ cup bell pepper diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion thin slices
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for coating
For Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Boil quinoa pasta.
- Drain fully.
- Add chickpeas to bowl.
- Add tomatoes.
- Add cucumber.
- Add bell pepper.
- Add onions.
- Add parsley.
- Add pasta.
- Mix oil with lemon juice.
- Add mustard.
- Add garlic powder.
- Add salt.
- Add pepper.
- Whisk well.
- Pour dressing.
- Toss salad.
- Adjust seasoning.
- Chill briefly.
- Serve fresh.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 360Total Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 1.8g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 17g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
Iron: 18%Vitamin C: 15%
Calcium: 8%
Magnesium: 14%
Vitamin A: 10%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Add avocado for creaminess.
- Use fresh herbs for stronger flavor.
- Chill longer for deeper dressing absorption.
