Chicken-Pasta Sald With Blueberries

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant and creamy cold salad combining tender chicken, pasta, and sweet blueberries.
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This refreshing Chicken-Pasta Salad with Blueberries is a delightful twist on traditional summer sides, perfect for potlucks or light lunches. The dish features tender cooked fusilli pasta tossed with shredded chicken breast, crisp celery, and fresh green onions. The addition of plump fresh blueberries adds a surprising burst of sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the savory elements. A tangy dressing made from low-fat yogurt, mayonnaise, and blueberry vinegar binds everything together with a creamy, zesty flavor. It’s best served chilled, allowing the flavors to meld over time. This versatile recipe is easy to prepare and offers a nutritious, satisfying meal that balances protein, carbs, and fresh fruit notes.

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Chicken-Pasta Sald With Blueberries

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 45.0

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This refreshing Chicken-Pasta Salad with Blueberries is a delightful twist on traditional summer sides, perfect for potlucks or light lunches. The dish features tender cooked fusilli pasta tossed with shredded chicken breast, crisp celery, and fresh green onions. The addition of plump fresh blueberries adds a surprising burst of sweetness that contrasts beautifully with the savory elements. A tangy dressing made from low-fat yogurt, mayonnaise, and blueberry vinegar binds everything together with a creamy, zesty flavor. It&# 226;ÂÂs best served chilled, allowing the flavors to meld over time. This versatile recipe is easy to prepare and offers a nutritious, satisfying meal that balances protein, carbs, and fresh fruit notes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Thaw the frozen green beans and pat them dry thoroughly with paper towels until barely moist.
  2. Cook the fusilli pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried green beans, cooked and shredded chicken breast, cooked pasta, fresh blueberries, thinly sliced celery, thinly sliced green onions, 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 yogurt dressing over the chicken and pasta mixture, tossing gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  6. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  7. Serve the chilled salad 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, blueberries, summer recipe, cold salad, fusilli, yogurt dressing, potluck dish, healthy lunch, fruit salad, make ahead, creamy salad, vegetarian option
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