Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado and Tomato
Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado and Tomato is a refreshing, nutrient-packed dish that beautifully combines tender chicken, creamy avocado, and juicy tomatoes, all drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer picnics, meal prep, or impressing guests at your next gathering. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, it’s a delightful way to celebrate fresh ingredients while keeping your meals light and healthy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the chicken by boiling water in a large pot. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 15-20 minutes until no longer pink. Drain and cool before slicing.
- In the same pot, bring water back to a boil; cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes and dice the avocado. Tear spinach into smaller pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced chicken, cooked pasta, chopped veggies, and dressing. Toss gently.
- Serve immediately or store in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg