Lemon-Chicken Pasta Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Lemon-Chicken Pasta Salad
25 min.
4
583kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and satisfying dish that’s perfect for lunch or as a side at your next gathering? Look no further than this delightful Lemon-Chicken Pasta Salad! Bursting with zesty flavors and vibrant colors, this dairy-free recipe is not only quick to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

The combination of tender cubed chicken, crisp snow pea pods, and crunchy sliced almonds creates a delightful texture that complements the creamy, tangy dressing made with fresh lemon juice and grated lemon peel. This dish is a fantastic way to enjoy a light yet filling meal, making it ideal for warm days or any time you crave something bright and flavorful.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this delicious pasta salad that serves four, making it perfect for family lunches or picnics with friends. Whether you serve it on a bed of crisp lettuce or enjoy it straight from the bowl, this Lemon-Chicken Pasta Salad is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. So grab your ingredients and get ready to impress your taste buds with this easy and delightful dish!

Ingredients

  • box ranch & bacon pasta salad mix betty suddenly salad®
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • cups roasted chicken cubed cooked
  • 1.5 cups snow peas 
  • 0.5 cup almonds sliced
  • Leaf lettuce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Drain pasta; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
  3. In large bowl, stir together seasoning mix, mayonnaise, lemon peel and lemon juice. Stir in chicken, pea pods and almonds.
  4. Serve on lettuce leaves.
  5. Serve immediately, or refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories583kcal
Protein14.81%
Fat80.8%
Carbs4.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23
Glycemic Load
0.28
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.83217382431%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.28mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin
0.3mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Eriodictyol
0.39mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Isorhamnetin
0.3mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:582.99kcal
29.15%
Fat:52.37g
80.57%
Saturated Fat:8.27g
51.71%
Carbohydrates:6.41g
2.14%
Net Carbohydrates:3.85g
1.4%
Sugar:2.57g
2.86%
Cholesterol:76.02mg
25.34%
Sodium:413.63mg
17.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.6g
43.2%
Vitamin K:100.95µg
96.14%
Vitamin E:4.94mg
32.94%
Vitamin C:26.3mg
31.88%
Vitamin B3:6.17mg
30.83%
Selenium:19.25µg
27.5%
Phosphorus:222.07mg
22.21%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.6%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.58%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.26%
Magnesium:55.87mg
13.97%
Iron:2.18mg
12.14%
Vitamin B5:1.12mg
11.21%
Zinc:1.62mg
10.77%
Fiber:2.56g
10.22%
Copper:0.2mg
10.03%
Potassium:342.07mg
9.77%
Vitamin A:477.6IU
9.55%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.73%
Folate:29.49µg
7.37%
Calcium:61.86mg
6.19%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.5%