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Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil 

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This Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil is a quick, nutritious meal perfect for busy nights and picnics.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Or substitute with bow tie, penne, or macaroni.
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie or grilled chicken breast.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1 medium Avocado Diced, or substitute with grilled artichokes.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Chopped.
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion Chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 4 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Good quality enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Or use individual herbs.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Small jar or bowl for dressing
  • Cooking pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta with shredded chicken, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and fresh basil.
Dressing
  1. In a small jar or bowl, whisk together white wine vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Shake or whisk until emulsified and smooth.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well coated.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving, adding avocado just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 7gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add avocado just before serving to keep it fresh. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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