By Devi Poojari
October 28, 2025
While a salad might not necessarily feel like a satiating choice for days when time is short and work needs attention, this delicious pasta salad recipe is a complete meal in itself. Comprising of all the dietary components required for a balanced meal, all it involves is a bit of chopping and mixing together of ingredients.
¾ cup cooked pasta 8-10 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cucumber, diced 150 grams arugula leaves 3 tablespoons pesto ¼ cup spring onions, chopped ¼ cup brined olives, halved ½ cup fresh mozzarella, sliced ½ cup shredded chicken ¼ cup basil, chopped 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 2 tablespoons feta cheese 1 teaspoon mixed herbs ¼ cup olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste
Combine the cooked and cooled pasta with the chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, arugula, olives, basil and spring onions in a large bowl.
Season it with some salt, pepper and mixed herbs before mixing together the pesto with olive oil.
Add the mozzarella and feta cheese to the pasta mixture before tossing in the pesto and oil mixture.
Using a couple of salad spoons, mix the ingredients thoroughly to combine and sprinkle the parsley on top.
Refrigerate it for 20-30 minutes before eating or enjoy at room temperature.