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Chicken Pasta Salad

Delicious Chicken Pasta Salad That's Healthy and Easy to Make

This Chicken Pasta Salad is nutritious and quick to prepare, perfect for lunch on the go or a delightful picnic.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cooked Pasta Whole grain or gluten-free recommended
  • 2 cups Grilled Chicken (Diced) High-protein
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (Halved) Packed with vitamins
  • 1 cup Cucumber (Diced) Adds freshness
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers (Diced) Various colors for nutrients
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion (Diced) Provides sharpness
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For creaminess
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley (for Garnish) Enhances presentation
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Heart-healthy fat
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Adds brightness
  • to taste Salt For flavor enhancement
  • to taste Pepper For flavor enhancement

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • grill or grill pan
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add cooked pasta and cook until al dente, around 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Grill the Chicken: Heat the grill to medium-high, season chicken with salt and pepper, grill for 6-8 minutes until cooked through. Let rest, then dice.
  3. Chop the Vegetables: Dice the cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion; halving the cherry tomatoes. Mix with cooled pasta and chicken.
  4. Whisk the Dressing: Combine olive oil, lemon juice, Parmesan, salt, and pepper in a bowl, whisk until creamy.
  5. Combine Salad and Dressing: Toss the salad mixture with dressing until evenly coated.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle parsley over the salad and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh seasonal vegetables and avoid overcooking the pasta for a perfect texture.

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