Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe

Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe

Get ready for a chicken pesto pasta salad that refreshes your mood faster than a clean inbox.
I crafted this bright, herb-packed vegan bowl to boost energy and calm chaotic cravings.
Enjoy every bite, queen, because this fresh, zesty magic keeps you nourished, glowing, and delightfully impossible to annoy.

Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe
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Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad Recipe

A vibrant, dairy-free pesto pasta salad mixed with plant-based chicken, vegetables, herbs, and fresh lemon for a balanced, satisfying, protein-rich meal.
Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked pasta
  • cups plant-based chicken pieces
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber chopped
  • ½ cup red onion sliced
  • 3 tablespoons vegan pesto
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped

Method
 

  1. Add pasta, plant-based chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion to a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix pesto, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
  4. Toss until everything is coated evenly.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil and serve chilled.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 240
  • Total Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.2g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 15g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin C: 15%
  • Iron: 14%
  • Vitamin A: 10%
  • Magnesium: 11%
  • Potassium: 12%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Add chili flakes for a spicy twist.
  • Use whole-wheat pasta for extra fiber.
  • Add vegan parmesan for extra richness.
  • Chill for one hour for deeper flavor absorption.

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