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Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad: A Refreshing Delight!

A refreshing Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad that combines rotini pasta, diced chicken, and fresh vegetables, dressed in a tangy olive oil and vinegar dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 pound cooked chicken breast diced
  • 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 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
  5. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with chickpeas or grilled vegetables.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an extra burst of flavor.

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