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Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato

Delicious Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato

This Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado and Tomato is a vibrant, no-cook meal packed with nutrients and flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta or substitute with penne or small shells
For the Protein
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken use rotisserie, grilled, or poached chicken
For the Creaminess
  • 1 large Avocado dice just before serving
For the Freshness
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • ¼ cup Red Onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil torn or chopped
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar or lemon juice as alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning adjust to taste
  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Pepper

Equipment

  • pot
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water for 8–10 minutes until al dente, then drain and cool.
  2. Shred or chop the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Dice the avocado and halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together white wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and basil, folding gently.
  6. Drizzle dressing over the salad and fold again gently to coat.
  7. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Gentle tossing is essential to prevent mashing the avocado. Prepare the dressing fresh for the best flavor. You may make the salad a day ahead, and it will be tastier the next day. Use the freshest ingredients for best results.

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