Veggie and Chicken Pasta Salad

How to Make Veggie and Chicken Pasta Salad

The key to including pasta in your meal plan without going overboard on carbohydrate is to keep the portion size small and serve it with lots of veggies and some protein. This is a quick dinner the whole family can enjoy any time of year. Try it with a bean-based pasta like lentil or chickpea pasta for added protein and fiber.


15 min prep time


10 min cook time


4servings


1 cup

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain.

  2. In a large bowl, mix together the pasta, red bell pepper, cucumber, broccoli, carrots, and chicken.

  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour the dressing over the pasta, vegetables, and chicken and mix well. Serve.

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Nutrition facts

4 Servings



  • Serving Size

    1 cup


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    200

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    5g

    6%

    • Saturated Fat
      1g

      5%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    30mg

    10%

  • Sodium
    250mg

    11%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    26g

    9%

    • Dietary Fiber
      3g

      11%
    • Total Sugars
      3g

  • Protein
    14g

  • Potassium
    364mg

    8%

Ingredients

uncooked whole-wheat elbow pasta
1 cup

diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup

diced cucumber
1/2 cup

small broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup

large carrot (diced)
1

diced cooked chicken breast
1 cup

light mayonnaise
1/4 cup

red wine vinegar
1 tbsp

dried oregano
1/8 tsp

freshly ground black pepper
1/8 tsp