Pasta salad can be a delightful side dish or a fast meal- with the right ingredients! This one is filled with flavor from herbs and spices, and packed with nutrients from all food groups – yes – all of them! Fruits, veggies, whole grain, protein and dairy combine to make this a one bowl wonder. Be sure to try it this week!
Active Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Amount: 6 servings
Ingredients:
½ (13.25 ounce) package Essential Everyday™ Whole Wheat Thin Spaghetti
½ cup light mayonnaise
½ cup nonfat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon skim milk
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups broccoli slaw mix
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
1 large apple, chopped
½ cup Essential Everyday Cashew Halves & Pieces
½ cup Raisins
Directions:
1. Break pasta in half; prepare pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine mayonnaise, yogurt, curry powder, milk, cinnamon and cayenne. Toss with cooled pasta, broccoli slaw, chicken, apple and raisins; salt and pepper to taste.
3. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Toss with cashews just before serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size 1/6 of recipe; Calories 390; Total Fat 13g; Saturated Fat 2g; Cholesterol 45mg; Sodium 250mg; Carbohydrates 47g; Fiber 6g; Protein 22g
