Weight Watchers Lunchbox Curried Chicken Pasta Salad
Elevate your midday meal prep with this Weight Watchers Lunchbox Curried Chicken Pasta Salad, a vibrant and flavorful dish that's both healthy and satisfying. Tender whole-grain pasta meets shredded cooked chicken, crunchy celery, and sweet red bell pepper, all tossed in a creamy yet guilt-free dressing made with fat-free Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, and a hint of curry powder. A touch of honey and zesty lemon juice perfectly balance the spices, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes and perfect for meal prep, this salad makes an ideal low-calorie lunch solution that stays delicious for up to three days. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a quick, portable meal that doesn’t skimp on taste or nutrition. Keywords: Weight Watchers, healthy lunch, curried chicken pasta, meal prep salad, low-calorie lunchbox ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Whole-grain pasta
- 150 grams Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 120 grams Fat-free plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Light mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Curry powder
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 stalk Diced celery
- 1 small Diced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Cook the whole-grain pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, curry powder, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Add the cooked and shredded chicken breast, diced celery, diced red bell pepper, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the dressing. Mix well to combine.
Gently fold in the cooled pasta, ensuring it is evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or a dash of curry powder to your preference.
Divide the pasta salad into four meal prep containers for a grab-and-go lunchbox option.
Store in the refrigerator for up to three days. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.2 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.2 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 2323 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.1 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 72.4 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 269 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1274 mg | 27% | |
*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.
