Pea Pod and Chicken Pasta Salad

Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Pea Pod and Chicken Pasta Salad
210 min.
6
339kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than this delightful Pea Pod and Chicken Pasta Salad! This vibrant salad combines tender rotini pasta with juicy cubed chicken or turkey, crisp snow pea pods, and crunchy water chestnuts, creating a medley of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its dairy-free nature, making it an excellent choice for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking to enjoy a lighter meal. The addition of slivered almonds adds a delightful crunch, while the zesty dressing, made with soy sauce and mayonnaise, ties all the ingredients together beautifully.

Perfect as a side dish for a summer barbecue, a hearty lunch, or even as a main course, this salad is versatile enough to suit any meal. Plus, with a preparation time of just 210 minutes, you can easily make it ahead of time and let the flavors meld in the refrigerator, ensuring a deliciously refreshing dish when it’s time to serve.

Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking for a nutritious meal to enjoy at home, this Pea Pod and Chicken Pasta Salad is sure to impress. So grab your ingredients and get ready to whip up a dish that’s not only delicious but also packed with protein and flavor!

Ingredients

  • oz water chestnuts drained sliced canned
  • cups roasted chicken cubed cooked
  • 0.8 cup spring onion sliced (12 medium)
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • leaves lettuce 
  • cups snow peas fresh trimmed cut in half crosswise
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 3.5 oz rotini pasta uncooked
  • 0.8 cup salad dressing 
  • 0.3 cup slivered almonds toasted
  • teaspoons soya sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook pasta as directed on package, adding pea pods during last 1 to 2 minutes of cooking.
  2. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool.
  3. Drain well.
  4. Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix chicken, onions and water chestnuts. In small bowl, mix dressing ingredients until well blended.
  5. Gently stir cooled cooked pasta and pea pods into chicken mixture.
  6. Pour dressing over salad; stir gently to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 3 hours or until serving time.
  7. To serve, line serving bowl with lettuce leaves. Spoon salad over lettuce.
  8. Sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories339kcal
Protein27.62%
Fat37.81%
Carbs34.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.17
Glycemic Load
5.24
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.532174048216%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.15mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.16mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Quercetin
1.38mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:339.29kcal
16.96%
Fat:14.25g
21.92%
Saturated Fat:2.44g
15.27%
Carbohydrates:29.31g
9.77%
Net Carbohydrates:24.9g
9.05%
Sugar:7.64g
8.49%
Cholesterol:52.5mg
17.5%
Sodium:465.62mg
20.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.41g
46.83%
Vitamin K:55.16µg
52.54%
Selenium:29.38µg
41.98%
Vitamin C:32.66mg
39.59%
Vitamin B3:6.71mg
33.56%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.32%
Vitamin B6:0.52mg
26.12%
Phosphorus:243.92mg
24.39%
Vitamin E:2.76mg
18.37%
Fiber:4.41g
17.65%
Iron:3.15mg
17.49%
Magnesium:59.54mg
14.89%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.61%
Vitamin A:703.75IU
14.08%
Potassium:475.66mg
13.59%
Copper:0.27mg
13.37%
Zinc:1.92mg
12.81%
Vitamin B5:1.25mg
12.5%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.01%
Folate:41.86µg
10.47%
Calcium:65.23mg
6.52%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.38%