High-Protein Pasta Salad

Yes. It is a strong meal prep salad for up to 3 days.

Yes. Use all Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing.

Cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, tomatoes, celery, broccoli, and carrots work well.

Yes. Tuna, turkey, chickpeas, tofu, or eggs can replace chicken.

Reserve extra dressing and stir it in before serving.

Short shapes such as rotini, penne, shells, bow ties, and chickpea pasta hold dressing well.

Yes. Chickpea, lentil, or high-protein pasta can increase protein and fiber.

High-protein pasta salad with chicken, Greek yogurt dressing, vegetables, lemon, Dijon, and cheese.

Scale

8 ounces short pasta

2 cups cooked chicken, chopped

1 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons mayonnaise, optional

2 tablespoons lemon juice or vinegar

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 cup chopped vegetables

1/2 cup feta or Parmesan

Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Cook pasta in salted water until tender.
Drain and rinse under cool water.
Whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Add pasta, chicken, vegetables, and cheese to a large bowl.
Fold in the dressing until everything is coated.
Chill before serving if desired.
Taste and refresh with lemon juice or extra yogurt before serving.

Cool the pasta before adding yogurt dressing so the sauce stays creamy.