Description
A delightful pasta salad that combines the heartiness of pasta with the fresh flavors of a classic Caesar salad.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine the cooked pasta, chicken, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber in a large bowl.
- Mix the Caesar dressing and balsamic vinegar in a separate bowl until fully combined.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir gently; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with lettuce if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead tip: Prepare this salad a few hours in advance for best flavor; keep covered in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg