Cucumber adds crunch, while parsley provides an herbaceous note.

Serve as a side dish or add protein like grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a complete meal.

Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.

Two white bowls with the pasta salad recipe, as well as a large wooden serving bowl with the rest of the salad

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Drain and rinse under cold running water; set aside.

Whisk oil, vinegar, za’atar and salt together in a large bowl.

Add the drained pasta, tomatoes, cucumber, parsley and chickpeas; toss gently to combine.

The ingredients for the pasta salad recipe

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Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.

Serve at room temperature or chilled.

To make ahead

Refrigerate for up to 1 day.

A large bowl filled with whole wheat penne pasta, chickpeas, sliced cucumbers, sliced tomatoes and chopped fresh parsely

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn

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