Description
Discover the delightful Chicken and Berry Pesto Pasta Salad, a vibrant dish that combines tender chicken, fresh berries, and colorful greens for a refreshing twist on traditional pasta salads. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe bursts with flavor and nutrition. The unique blend of savory pesto and sweet berries creates a satisfying balance that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups dry shell-shaped pasta (gluten-free if needed)
- 2 cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup strawberries (hulled and quartered)
- 1 cup blackberries
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
- Dressing: 2 tablespoons pesto
- 2 tablespoons white apple vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Rinse under cold water and drain well.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, diced chicken, chopped spinach, strawberries, blackberries, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the pesto, vinegar, and honey until smooth. Pour over the salad and toss again to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg