Creamy Ranch Protein Pasta Salad
A delightful creamy ranch pasta salad that combines juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rotini pasta, cooked al dente and cooled
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk together the ranch dressing, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir the salad before serving and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add cucumbers just before serving for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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