Greek Pasta Salad with Chicken

Portion Size: 1 ½ cups; Approx. ½ cup chicken with dressing, ½ cup vegetables , ½ cup pasta 

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
16 oz. package of dried penne pastaMay use whole grain
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups chicken or turkey. Chopped and cooked. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup grape tomatoesWashed and quartered. 
1 medium red onionWashed, peeled and diced.
1 (8oz.) package fresh mushroomsWashed and sliced.
1 cup cucumberWashed and chopped.
4 oz. fat free feta cheese

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point / Quality Assurance
1Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta.
2For Dressing: In a small bowl whisk together white wine vinegar, basil, oil, salt, garlic powder, Dijon mustard and black pepper.
3In a large bowl combine pasta, chicken tomatoes, red onion, mushrooms and cucumber. Add dressing. Toss gently to coat.
4Chill until ready to serve.  Top with feta cheese just before serving.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates