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Greek Pasta Salad with Espresso Brownies

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A bold, flavorful Greek pasta salad served alongside rich, espresso-infused vegan brownies. Mediterranean fresh meets mocha-fueled indulgence.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Greek Pasta Salad:

  • 2 cups cooked fusilli or bowtie pasta
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cucumber chopped
  • 1/4 red onion sliced
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 1/4 cup vegan feta optional but fabulous
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Espresso Brownies:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup chopped dark chocolate vegan

Instructions
 

Greek Pasta Salad:

  • Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and let cool.
  • Toss tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, and vegan feta in a bowl.
  • Whisk olive oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper to make dressing.
  • Combine pasta and veggies. Pour dressing over. Toss like you mean it.
  • Chill or serve immediately—your call, queen.

Espresso Brownies:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, espresso, salt, and baking soda.
  • In another bowl, mix maple syrup, coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients. Stir in chocolate chunks.
  • Pour batter into greased 8x8-inch pan.
  • Bake for 25 minutes or until center is set.
  • Let cool (if you have the patience). Slice and serve.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 410
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 52g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 7g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 12%
  • Calcium: 9%
  • Vitamin K: 14%
  • Magnesium: 11%
  • Folate: 10%

Additional Notes / Tips to Enhance Flavor

  • Add fresh mint or parsley to the salad for extra flair.
  • Swap in sun-dried tomatoes if you want drama.
  • Use strong brewed coffee in place of espresso powder for a deeper brownie hit.
  • Dust brownies with cacao powder for the “Instagram baker” effect.
  • Store extras—if they exist—in an airtight container (or just eat them now).