Description
A refreshing, nutritious pasta salad that combines cooked chicken, pasta, and fresh veggies with a light lemon-olive oil dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta (short shapes like rotini, penne, or bowties)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the salad base: In a large bowl, add the cooked pasta, diced chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced avocado, and chopped basil.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until it looks lightly emulsified.
- Dress and toss: Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated, being careful not to mash the avocado.
- Serve or chill: Serve right away at room temperature, or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes for a colder, more “picnic-style” pasta salad.
Notes
For the freshest look, consider adding avocado just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean