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Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad for Easy Meal Prep

This Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups Cooked Pasta penne or rotini hold the dressing well
  • 2 pieces Grilled Chicken Breasts sliced or cubed
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 pieces Cucumber diced
  • 0.5 pieces Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives pitted and halved
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Honey
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Grill or large pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 3 cups of pasta and cook until al dente, around 8–10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Season 2 grilled chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Grill over medium heat for 6–8 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon honey, and 1 minced garlic clove. Add oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chicken, 1 cup tomatoes, 1 diced cucumber, ½ sliced red onion, ½ cup olives, and ½ cup feta. Toss gently.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss to coat, and let chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve chilled and adjust dressing ingredients to taste. Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor.

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