Southwestern Chicken Pasta Salad

Health score
14%
Southwestern Chicken Pasta Salad
30 min.
6
515kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings the flavors of the Southwest to your table? Look no further than this Southwestern Chicken Pasta Salad! Perfectly balanced and bursting with color, this salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful medley of textures and tastes that will leave your taste buds dancing.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delicious meal that serves six, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, potlucks, or a quick lunch. The combination of tender rainbow rotini, savory southwestern chicken, creamy avocado, and fresh vegetables creates a harmonious blend that is both nutritious and filling. With each bite, you'll enjoy the crunch of sweet corn, the zing of green onions, and the richness of a Mexican cheese blend, all brought together with a zesty mayonnaise and salsa dressing.

This dish is versatile enough to serve as a main course, side dish, or even a light lunch, making it a fantastic addition to your recipe repertoire. Plus, it’s packed with protein and healthy fats, ensuring you stay energized throughout the day. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful Southwestern Chicken Pasta Salad that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • cups rotini pasta uncooked (spiral pasta)
  • oz chicken breast strips/pre-cooked/chopped diced frozen thawed cooked southwestern-flavored
  • medium avocado diced pitted peeled
  • large tomatoes chopped
  • 11 oz corn sweet whole drained canned
  • 0.5 cup spring onion sliced
  • cup cheddar cheese shredded finely
  • 0.8 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.5 cup salsa thick
  • 11 oz lettuce (6 cups)
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook and drain rotini as directed on package. Rinse with cold water to cool.
  2. Drain well.
  3. Meanwhile, in large bowl, mix chicken, avocado, tomato, corn, onions and cheese. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise and salsa.
  4. Add rotini to salad; stir gently to mix.
  5. Add mayonnaise mixture to salad; toss to coat. Arrange lettuce blend on individual plates. Spoon salad over lettuce.
  6. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Calories515kcal
Protein18.09%
Fat58.88%
Carbs23.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.33
Glycemic Load
7.06
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.364782758381%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
2.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:515.49kcal
25.77%
Fat:33.95g
52.22%
Saturated Fat:7.79g
48.67%
Carbohydrates:29.86g
9.95%
Net Carbohydrates:25.37g
9.22%
Sugar:3.99g
4.43%
Cholesterol:65.64mg
21.88%
Sodium:561.32mg
24.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:23.47g
46.94%
Vitamin K:88.44µg
84.23%
Selenium:28.26µg
40.37%
Vitamin B3:7.72mg
38.59%
Phosphorus:289.14mg
28.91%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.68%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.68%
Folate:77.57µg
19.39%
Vitamin A:944.71IU
18.89%
Fiber:4.5g
17.99%
Potassium:625.24mg
17.86%
Calcium:165.79mg
16.58%
Vitamin E:2.38mg
15.86%
Vitamin C:12mg
14.55%
Magnesium:55.38mg
13.84%
Zinc:1.88mg
12.53%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.35%
Vitamin B5:1.18mg
11.85%
Copper:0.22mg
11.09%
Iron:1.69mg
9.39%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.68%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.8%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.28%