Description
Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tender grilled chicken, al dente pasta, and an array of colorful vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for picnic gatherings or cozy dinners, this salad not only delights the palate but also brings a burst of Mediterranean sunshine to your table. Quick and easy to prepare, it can be customized to suit any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grill seasoned chicken breasts over medium heat for about 6 minutes per side until cooked through. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced chicken, cooled pasta, chopped veggies, and feta cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg