Chicken-Pasta Sald With Blueberries #2

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A refreshing cold pasta salad blending tender chicken, green beans, and sweet blueberries in a tangy yogurt dressing.
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Chicken-Pasta Sald With Blueberries #2

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 45.0

Description

This vibrant cold pasta salad is a delightful twist on traditional summer sides. It combines tender cooked chicken and fusilli pasta with crisp green beans and fresh celery for a satisfying crunch. The standout feature is the addition of fresh blueberries, which provide bursts of sweetness that balance the tangy, creamy dressing made from yogurt, mayonnaise, and blueberry vinegar. Fresh oregano adds an herbal note, while green onions provide a mild oniony bite. This dish is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or light weeknight dinners. It tastes even better after chilling, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cook fusilli pasta according to package directions until al dente; drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside to cool.
  2. Thaw the frozen green beans if necessary, then place them between paper towels and squeeze firmly until they are barely moist.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained green beans, cooked and shredded chicken breast, cooled fusilli pasta, fresh blueberries, thinly sliced celery, thinly sliced green onion, and finely chopped fresh oregano.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the plain low-fat yogurt, mayonnaise, blueberry vinegar, salt, and coarsely ground black pepper until smooth.
  5. Pour the dressing over the chicken and pasta mixture, then toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  6. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve chilled on a plate lined with fresh lettuce leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 45.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.5g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 10.3g4%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g18%
Sugars 5.4g
Protein 2.0g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken salad, pasta salad, blueberry, green beans, cold salad, summer recipe, yogurt dressing, fusilli, potluck, picnic food, vegetable salad, chicken breast, celery, oregano, blueberry vinegar, easy dinner, meal prep, light meal, fresh herbs, chilled salad
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