Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad 

Mediterranean Chicken Pasta Salad is a fresh and flavorful dish that combines tender grilled chicken with al dente pasta, crisp vegetables, olives, and feta cheese, all tossed in a tangy lemon-herb dressing. This salad is perfect for a light lunch, picnic, or potluck, offering a delicious and healthy balance of protein, veggies, and bold Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or your choice)
  
  

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
  
  

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  
  

• 1 cup cucumber, diced
  
  

• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  
  

• 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  
  

• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  
  

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  
  

For the Dressing:

• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  
  

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  
  

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  
  

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  
  

• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
  

• Salt and pepper, to taste
  
  

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
   
   

2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
   
   

3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
   
   

4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
   
   

5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
   
   

Nutritional Information (per serving, approx., serves 4):

• Calories: 420 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 22 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 5 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 65 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 550 mg
  
  

• Total Carbohydrates: 30 g
  
  

• Dietary Fiber: 4 g
  
  

• Sugars: 5 g
  
  

• Protein: 30 g