Need a quick, satisfying lunch for your hectic work day? This pasta salad recipe is a complete meal packed with flavor and nutrition! It’s easy to make with simple ingredients like pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, arugula, pesto, and more. Perfect for meal prep, this recipe is ready in minutes and can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature. Follow along as we show you step-by-step how to make this delicious and healthy pasta salad. Ideal for busy professionals, students, or anyone looking for a quick and tasty lunch option.
Ingredients:
– ¾ cup cooked pasta
– 8-10 cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 150 grams arugula leaves
– 3 tablespoons pesto
– ¼ cup spring onions, chopped
– ¼ cup brined olives, halved
– ½ cup fresh mozzarella, sliced
– ½ cup shredded chicken
– ¼ cup basil, chopped
– 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
– 2 tablespoons feta cheese
– 1 teaspoon mixed herbs
– ¼ cup olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Combine pasta, chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, arugula, olives, basil, and spring onions in a bowl.
2. Season with salt, pepper, and mixed herbs. Mix pesto with olive oil and add to the bowl.
3. Toss in mozzarella and feta cheese, then mix thoroughly.
4. Sprinkle parsley on top and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes before serving.
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