Creamy Ranch Protein Pasta Salad
A delicious and filling pasta salad packed with protein, perfect for lunch, dinner, or picnics.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 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.
- Before serving, give the salad a good stir and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Notes
Serve this salad chilled as a main dish or a side. Pairs well with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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