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Colorful Mediterranean chicken pasta salad on a white plate featuring cooked fusilli pasta, grilled chicken slices, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh parsley, drizzled with olive oil and herbs. The vibrant ingredients are presented beautifully with a fresh and inviting look, highlighting the textures of juicy tomatoes, tender chicken, and creamy feta.

Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad Delight

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A bright and flavorful Mediterranean chicken pasta salad featuring grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and tangy cheese tossed in a light vinaigrette.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces fusilli pasta
  • 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sliced grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken with lemon juice and herbs before grilling.
  • Feel free to add chopped cucumbers or red onions for extra crunch.
  • Use gluten-free pasta to make this dish gluten-free.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Boiling, Grilling, Tossing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 415 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 540 mg
  • Fat: 19 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg