Description
Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together tender chicken, creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and fresh basil. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights, picnics, or meal prep. With its protein-packed ingredients and customizable options, it satisfies cravings while keeping your health in check. Enjoy it as a main course or side dish; the possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cooked chicken breasts (shredded or chopped)
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 1 pound cooked rotini pasta
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup freshly chopped basil
- 1/2 cup white wine vinegar
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked pasta, chopped red onion, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil.
- In a jar or small bowl, mix white wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Shake well to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg