Pantry Pasta Salad

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1

Refreshing and easy-to-make Pantry Pasta Salad

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

1 hr 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 can garbanzo beans , drained
	1 can artichoke hearts , drained and diced
	1 1/2 cups frozen green peas
	1/2 cup diced black olives
	1/2 red onion , diced
	1 package farfalle ( bow tie ) pasta
	1 1/2 cups diced queso blanco cheese
	cracked black pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

405

Sugar

Fat

13g

Pantry Pasta Salad is a simple and satisfying dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great meal option for those busy days when you don't have much time to cook. The best part about this recipe is that it uses ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, making it a budget-friendly option. The combination of pasta, garbanzo beans, and veggies creates a colorful and flavorful dish that will please everyone at the table. Serve it chilled and enjoy the refreshing taste with every bite!

Instructions

1.	Cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, garbanzo beans, artichoke hearts, peas, black olives, red onion, and queso blanco cheese. Mix well.
3.	Season with cracked black pepper to taste.
4.	Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

PROS

This pasta salad is incredibly easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, and it can be customized to fit your tastes.

It is a refreshing and satisfying meal on a hot day.

CONS

The high sodium content of the canned ingredients may be a concern for individuals with high blood pressure or heart disease.

It is a cold salad, so it may not be ideal for those who prefer hot dishes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pasta salad is high in fiber and protein thanks to the garbanzo beans and queso blanco cheese.
Peas are a good source of vitamin C and vitamin K, while artichoke hearts contain antioxidants that may help improve gut health and lower cholesterol levels.