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Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe with Avocado

Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe with Avocado

A vibrant and healthy pasta salad packed with lean protein, fresh vegetables, and creamy avocado. Perfect for a light lunch or a side dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Salad Ingredients
  • 8 oz whole wheat pasta such as rotini or penne
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or diced
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked and cooled pasta, cooked chicken, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and chopped cilantro.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the pasta salad ingredients.
  5. Gently toss everything together until well combined and the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or corn.