Description
A delightful blend of Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh vegetables, and tender chicken, perfect for warm weather or as a satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz whole wheat pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set it aside to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Mix these ingredients together to distribute them evenly.
- In a separate bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined. This creamy dressing is what makes the salad luscious and flavorful.
- Add the cooled pasta to the chicken and vegetable mixture, then pour the dressing over it. Toss everything gently to combine, ensuring that the pasta and veggies are well coated with the dressing. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
This salad holds up well in the fridge for up to 3 days. It’s best to add the dressing just before serving to keep the pasta and vegetables fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg