Chicken Bruschetta Pasta Salad (meatless)

Portion Size: 1 ½  cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 lb. pound package spaghetti pasta For vegan: use vegan pasta
4 cups fresh Roma tomatoes Washed, trimmed and diced
1 1/2  lb. meatless diced chicken 
2 teaspoons dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ cup olive oil 
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup red onion, diced Washed, peeled and diced
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese For vegan: use vegan Parmesan cheese

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Cook pasta according to directions on the package.Cook until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
2Drain. 
3In a large bowl, blend basil, oregano, garlic, oil, onion, and vinegar. 
4Add remaining ingredients; mix well. 
5Cover; chill thoroughly. 

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