Description
A refreshing Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad, packed with vibrant flavors and healthy ingredients, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, shredded chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Customize with your favorite vegetables or add more protein like chickpeas.
- Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg