NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz chicken breast

1.5 oz whole wheat rotini

0.5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

0.5 tsp lemon zest

0.5 cup cherry tomatoes

0.5 cup cucumber

2 tbsp red onion

1 tbsp feta cheese

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 tbsp fresh basil

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp garlic powder

PREPARATION

• 1

  Boil a pot of salted water and cook the whole wheat pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.

• 2

  Season the chicken breast with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper, then grill or pan-sear until fully cooked and juices run clear.

• 3

  Slice the cooked chicken into bite-sized strips or cubes and set aside to cool slightly.

• 4

  In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest to create the dressing.

• 5

  Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and finely mince the red onion and fresh herbs.

• 6

  Add the cooled pasta, chicken, vegetables, and herbs to the bowl with the dressing and toss thoroughly to coat.

• 7

  Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and serve chilled or at room temperature.