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Creamy High-Protein Pasta Salad: Boost Your Nutrition

A creamy and nutritious high-protein pasta salad that combines whole grain pasta, rotisserie chicken, and fresh vegetables with a tangy yogurt-based dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces whole grain pasta penne or farfalle
  • 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes quartered
  • 1 cup bell pepper chopped
  • 1/2 cup green onions sliced
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup light sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling the whole grain pasta in salted water until it reaches a firm but tender texture. Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process; set aside to cool completely.
  2. In a sizable bowl, mix the cooled pasta with shredded chicken, quartered grape tomatoes, chopped bell pepper, and sliced green onions.
  3. In another bowl, blend the Greek yogurt, light sour cream, whole grain mustard, white wine vinegar, dried basil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until creamy and well combined.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the pasta and vegetable mixture, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
  5. If you like, stir in the chopped fresh basil for a burst of flavor and color.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance the taste.
  7. Serve the pasta medley either chilled or at room temperature for a delightful meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 24gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 320mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a vegan twist, replace the chicken with roasted chickpeas or lentils.
  • Toss in some arugula or kale for an extra nutrient boost.

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