Description
This Protein Packed Thai Pasta Salad is created with garbanzo bean pasta, making it a grain-free gem that provides 14g of protein per bowl, complemented by fresh, crunchy vegetables.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tbsp liquid aminos
- 1–4 tsp sriracha
- 8 oz garbanzo bean rotini pasta
- 4 scallions sliced
- 1 cup chopped cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
Instructions
- Step: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions and then drain and rinse the pasta with cold water.
- Step: In a large bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients. Then add the pasta together with the veggies and toss to blend.
- Step: Serve and enjoy!
Notes
This salad is a quick, nutrient-dense meal that can be prepared in 20 minutes or less.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Thai pasta salad, garbanzo bean pasta, vegan, protein-packed, grain-free, healthy lunch