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A large bowl of creamy ranch protein pasta salad with chicken and colorful vegetables
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Creamy Ranch Protein Pasta Salad

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz chickpea or lentil-based rotini pasta
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup non -fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup skim milk
  • 1 ounce dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup English cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, minced
  • 1/2 cup orange bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Cook the high-protein pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente.
  • Drain the pasta and rinse immediately with cold water to cool, then drain thoroughly.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, milk, and dry ranch seasoning until smooth.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled pasta, chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and bell pepper.
  • Add the yogurt dressing to the pasta mixture and fold gently until all components are thoroughly coated.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set before serving.