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Red Lentil Pasta Salad

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A vibrant and nutritious pasta salad featuring red lentil pasta, fresh vegetables, and a creamy Greek dressing, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz red lentil penne (or rotini pasta)

Vegetables

  • 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 12 oz jar of pickled roasted red peppers (drained)
  • ⅔ cup pitted kalamata olives (halved (3 oz))
  • 2 mini cucumbers
  • 15 oz can of chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
  • 2 oz thinly sliced red onions
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • about ⅔ cup Creamy Greek Dressing

Garnish

  • as needed chopped fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 210°F. Toss zucchini with 1 tbsp olive oil and oregano, season, and bake for 20-25 minutes. Cool.
  • Soak red onions in cold water for 15 minutes, then drain.
  • Cook pasta according to package, drain, rinse with cold water, and cool.
  • Prepare dressing as per recipe. Chop tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, and red peppers.
  • Combine pasta, chickpeas, vegetables, and roasted zucchini in a large bowl. Toss with ⅔ of the dressing. Garnish with herbs and serve.

Notes

For best flavor, chill the salad before serving or serve immediately at room temperature.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Pasta