Pasta Salad with Chicken

This Pasta Salad with Chicken is a protein-packed dish perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Featuring tender chicken breast, colorful vegetables, and a zesty dressing, it’s both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Pasta (fusilli or penne) - 150 grams
• Cooked chicken breast, diced - 200 grams
• Cherry tomatoes, halved - 100 grams
• Cucumber, diced - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper, diced - 50 grams
• Red onion, finely chopped - 30 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dijon mustard - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Feta cheese, crumbled (optional) - 50 grams

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken breast, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
5. Gently fold in the fresh parsley and feta cheese, if using.
6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and feta, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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