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Summery Chicken Pasta Salad: A Refreshing Delight!

A refreshing and hearty Summery Chicken Pasta Salad perfect for warm days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rotini pasta
  • 2 cups cooked chicken diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a creamier dressing, mix in 1/4 cup of Greek yogurt.
  • Add a handful of spinach or arugula for extra greens and flavor.

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