Description
If you’re searching for a quick and satisfying meal, this Easy 4 Ingredient Pasta Salad is your answer! Bursting with flavor and nutrition, this dish combines chickpea pasta, cheddar cheese, and a vibrant coleslaw mix for a delightful blend of textures. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it takes just 15 minutes to prepare. The high protein content from the chickpea pasta and cheese makes it a wholesome option that even picky eaters will love. Enjoy it as a light lunch, a side at your next BBQ, or make it ahead for convenient meal prep throughout the week. Trust me; this salad will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 8 oz chickpea pasta (Barilla or Banza)
- 8 oz cheddar cheese (cubed)
- 3.5 cups coleslaw mix
- 1/2–3/4 cup Italian dressing
Instructions
- Cook the chickpea pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and cool under cold water or in the fridge.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, coleslaw mix, cubed cheddar cheese, and dressing.
- Toss until evenly mixed. Adjust seasoning with more dressing, salt, or pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg