Grilled Caesar Pasta Salad

Health score
53%
Grilled Caesar Pasta Salad
35 min.
4
341kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pasta salad game? Introducing the Grilled Caesar Pasta Salad, a delightful fusion of classic flavors and fresh ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, enjoying a casual lunch, or looking for a satisfying side dish to complement your main course.

Imagine tender, juicy chicken tenders grilled to perfection, paired with al dente pasta tossed in a zesty Caesar dressing. The addition of crisp baby Romaine lettuce adds a refreshing crunch, while the shaved Parmesan cheese and croutons provide that irresistible finishing touch. With a health score of 53 and only 341 calories per serving, this recipe is not only delicious but also a guilt-free option for those mindful of their diet.

In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant dish that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. The combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates ensures a balanced meal that will keep you satisfied. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress your friends and family with this mouthwatering Grilled Caesar Pasta Salad!

Ingredients

  • box ranch & bacon pasta salad mix betty suddenly salad®
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • lb chicken tenderloins boneless uncooked (not breaded)
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • heads the of 1 cos lettuce cut in half lengthwise
  • serving olive oil for drizzling
  • serving croutons 
  • serving parmesan shaved

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Pour pasta (from Suddenly Salad box) into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Drain pasta. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  3. In large bowl, mix seasoning & crouton blend (from Suddenly Salad box), 3 tablespoons olive oil and the lemon juice. Stir in cooked pasta. Cover; refrigerate until ready to serve. In small bowl, coat chicken tenders with mustard; set aside.
  4. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  5. Place chicken tenders on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook chicken tenders about 8 minutes, turning after 4 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink.
  6. Drizzle lettuce with olive oil.
  7. Place lettuce on grill, cut side down. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or just until light grill marks appear.
  8. To serve, place pasta mixture on large serving platters. Top with chicken tenders. Arrange lettuce around edges of platter; top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories341kcal
Protein35.32%
Fat51.47%
Carbs13.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.75
Glycemic Load
0.2
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
34.407825977906%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.17mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
6.91mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:341.46kcal
17.07%
Fat:19.98g
30.74%
Saturated Fat:3.94g
24.65%
Carbohydrates:11.53g
3.84%
Net Carbohydrates:4.75g
1.73%
Sugar:4.04g
4.49%
Cholesterol:77.67mg
25.89%
Sodium:323.69mg
14.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.85g
61.7%
Vitamin A:27359.93IU
547.2%
Vitamin K:329.66µg
313.97%
Folate:433.31µg
108.33%
Vitamin B3:12.87mg
64.34%
Selenium:40.6µg
58%
Vitamin B6:1.09mg
54.69%
Phosphorus:389.02mg
38.9%
Potassium:1214.01mg
34.69%
Fiber:6.78g
27.12%
Manganese:0.52mg
26.07%
Vitamin B5:2.12mg
21.17%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.75%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.72%
Iron:3.68mg
20.44%
Vitamin C:16.8mg
20.37%
Calcium:201mg
20.1%
Magnesium:78.93mg
19.73%
Vitamin E:2.68mg
17.86%
Zinc:1.61mg
10.76%
Copper:0.19mg
9.38%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.28%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.01%