Smoked Paprika Chickpea, Feta, Olive & Tomato Sunblest Macaroni Salad
SERVES
4 - 6
PREP TIME
15 minutes
COOK TIME
15 minutes
Ingredients
- . 300 g Sunblest Macaroni
- . 1 tin Chickpeas (drained)
- . 45 ml Oil
- . 5 g Smoked Paprika
- . 2 tablespoons Parsley (Chopped)
- . 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
- . 1 tablespoon Basil (Chopped)
- . 1 medium Cucumber (Chopped)
- . 1/2 Red bell Pepper (Diced)
- . 2 Tomatoes (Cubed)
- . 1/2 cup Feta Cheese (Crumbled)
- . 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives (Pitted and Halved)
- . 1/3 cup Red Onion (Minced)
- . 1/2 tablespoon Salt
For the dressing:
- . 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- . 1/4 cup extra virgin Olive Oil
- . 1 tablespoon Sugar
- . Salt to taste
- . Pepper to taste
Method
- 01. Pre-heat the oven to 180°C.
- 02. Using a oven tray, toss the drained Chickpeas, Oil and Smoked Paprika and toast for 15-20 minutes till crispy.
- 03. Prepare the pasta according to package directions. Drain and add into a large bowl.
- 04. Whisk constantly whisking, stream in the olive oil until thickened. Pour over the salad and mix well.
- 05. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
