Low Carb Refreshing Cold Pasta Salad

Cool down with this vibrant and satisfying Low Carb Refreshing Cold Pasta Salad, a perfect dish for light lunches, picnics, or summer gatherings. Made with shirataki noodles, this keto-friendly twist on a classic pasta salad boasts a medley of fresh and colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper, complemented by the briny bite of Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano, each bite bursts with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-carb salad is not only quick to prepare but also naturally gluten-free, making it a versatile and guilt-free addition to your table. Serve chilled for ultimate refreshment and garnish with fresh parsley for an herby finishing touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Low-carb shirataki noodles
• 150 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 50 grams Kalamata olives
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 100 grams Feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by rinsing the shirataki noodles under cold water to remove any pre-packaged liquid. Once rinsed, drain well.

Step 2

Boil the noodles for 2-3 minutes to eliminate their natural aroma, then drain them again and set aside to cool.

Step 3

While the noodles cool, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin half-moons, and dice the red bell pepper into small pieces.

Step 4

Slice the red onion thinly into half-rings and set aside.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled shirataki noodles, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and kalamata olives.

Step 6

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad mixture.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated evenly with the dressing.

Step 9

Finely chop fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the top of the salad for an added burst of flavor.

Step 10

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(970.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	911.7

Total Fat 78.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 89mg	0%
Sodium 2988.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 19.6g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 671.3mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1187.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.8%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 18.0%