Low-carb Italian pasta salad: Try the recipe

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For a healthier pasta salad that doesn’t break the calorie bank in 2023, consider trying this recipe.

"This pasta salad recipe is so easy to make yet so satisfying and satiating. It makes me look forward to eating my healthy lunches! It's the best 15-minute investment and the flavors come together perfectly," says Arash Hashemi, co-founder of Kaizen Food Company.

"The fresh parsley, the smoky, roasted red peppers, the crunch from the cucumber and the flavor from the olive oil just complement each other so well. And best of all, the protein-packed, low-carb pasta keeps it guilt-free." adds Hashemi.

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This dish has 6 net carbs, 20 grams protein and 130 calories per serving, according to an Instagram post shared by Hashemi. Get the full recipe below.

Try this low-carb pasta recipe for your next meal at home, or for lunch to go. (Kaizen Food Company)

Low-carb Spicy Italian Pasta Salad by Arash Hashemi, co-founder of Kaizen Food Company

Servings: 4-6

Prep time: 5-10 minutes

Cook time: 15-17 minutes

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Ingredients:

1, 8-ounce bag Kaizen Food Company low-carb pasta or low-carb pasta of choice

1 quart cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

¾ English cucumber, cubed

½ red onion, chopped small

1 large handful flat-leaf parsley, chopped

¾ cup black olives, sliced in half

½ cup roasted red peppers, sliced thin

4 ounces spicy Italian salami, cubed

½ cup extra virgin olive oil

1 lemon, juiced

½ teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon red chili flakes

Salt and pepper to taste

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This low-carb Italian pasta includes cucumbers, olives and spicy salami. (Kaizen Food Company)

Instructions:

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the low-carb pasta for about 7-8 minutes. Drain it and run it under cold water.

2. Transfer it to a large mixing bowl and set aside.

3. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, olives, roasted red peppers and salami to the pasta. Toss to combine well.

4. Add the olive oil, lemon juice, spices, salt and pepper to a jar. Seal it with the lid and give it a good shake to mix up the dressing.

5. Pour the dressing on top of the salad and toss well to combine.

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This original recipe is owned by kaizenfoodcompany.com and was shared with Fox News Digital.