Squiggly Pasta and Chicken Salad Dessert
Transform your dessert game with this unique and delightful recipe for Squiggly Pasta and Chicken Salad Dessert! Combining the unexpected pairing of al dente cavatappi or rotini pasta with shredded chicken, sweet Greek yogurt dressing, and a medley of fresh fruits like halved grapes and crisp apples, this dish is a vibrant twist on traditional treats. A touch of honey and vanilla adds luscious sweetness, while crunchy walnuts and fragrant mint leaves provide texture and a refreshing finish. Perfectly chilled and ready in just 25 minutes, this unconventional dessert is as visually stunning as it is surprisingly delicious. Serve it at your next gathering to amaze friends and family with this playful fusion of savory and sweet!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams squiggly pasta (e.g., cavatappi or rotini)
- 150 grams cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 150 grams plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 grams seedless grapes, halved
- 1 large apple, diced
- 50 grams walnuts, roughly chopped
- 5 leaves mint leaves, for garnish
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the squiggly pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and well blended to create the sweet dressing.
Add the cooked and cooled pasta, shredded chicken, halved grapes, diced apple, and chopped walnuts to the mixing bowl. Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly coated with the dressing.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual bowls. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of freshness and color.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors. Serve as a fun and surprising dessert option!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.5 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.9 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.2 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 68.0 g | ||
| Protein | 75.0 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1029 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
