Wholegrain Ranch Pasta Salad
This is sure to be your new favorite pasta salad, ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or an anytime side dish. Wholegrain pasta, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, diced red onions, and crumbled feta cheese get tossed in a lightened-up creamy ranch-style dressing made with yogurt.
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 1¾ cups dry whole wheat penne about 8 oz dry
- ½ cup + 2 Tbsp plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 3 Tbsp water
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1½ tsp dry ranch seasoning mix
- ¾ cup diced plum tomatoes
- ¾ cup diced cucumber
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup diced red onion
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add pasta and cook 10–12 minutes until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water to cool, and drain again.
- In a bowl, whisk together: Greek yogurt, 3 Tbsp water, lemon juice, and ranch seasoning. Mix until smooth and creamy and chill until ready to use.
- In a large bowl, combine: Cooked, cooled pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta. Add the dressing and toss until evenly coated. Chill before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 6gFat: 1.5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gSodium: 150mgFiber: 4g
Note: Since everyone’s health history and nutritional needs are so different, please make sure that you talk with your doctor and a registered dietitian to get advice about the diet and exercise plan that‘s right for you.