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Creamy High-Protein Pasta Salad with Chicken
A delicious and protein-packed pasta salad perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, combining fresh vegetables, tender chicken, and a creamy yogurt dressing.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 12 oz Brami fusilli pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup English cucumbers (chopped)
- 1 pound cooked chicken breast (diced)
- 4 oz fresh mozzarella
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (chopped)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente, then rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic powder to make the dressing.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, mozzarella, and herbs.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon or fresh herbs before serving.