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Colorful Mediterranean chicken pasta salad served in a white bowl, featuring tender grilled chicken, vibrant cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and freshly chopped herbs, all tossed in a light vinaigrette, with a backdrop of fresh ingredients and rustic table setting.

Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad Delight

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A delicious Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad combining tender grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and feta cheese, tossed in a tangy vinaigrette, ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  3. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, grilled chicken slices, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta cheese.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • You can add sliced bell peppers or artichoke hearts for extra flavor.
  • This salad can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Boiling, Grilling, Tossing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if gluten-free pasta used), Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 430 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg