Linguine Salad with Chicken

Linguine Salad with Chicken

Makes 2 servings
Each serving contains: 1 protein, 1 carbohydrate, 2 vegetables, 1 fat

*This recipe yields 1 protein for each serving. Double the protein amount or add an additional protein serving to create a Balanced GOLO Meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole wheat linguine pasta, cooked
• 1 cup cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup green peppers, chopped
• 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 6 oz grilled chicken, cut into bite sized pieces
• 2 Tbsp olive oil, divided
• 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp honey
• Sea salt and pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, onions, pasta and chicken.
2. In a separate bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic cloves, Dijon mustard, honey, Italian seasoning, sea salt and pepper. Whisk thoroughly.
3. Pour olive oil dressing over vegetable and chicken mixture. Toss to coat completely. Serve warm or cold.

Photo Credit: Barbara Merrill