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High Protein Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

High Protein Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad You'll Love Every Bite

This High Protein Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad combines nutritious ingredients with satisfying flavors, making it a perfect guilt-free meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Chickpea Pasta or lentil/edamame pasta if unavailable
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 6 slices Bacon crumbled
  • 1 medium Red Onion finely diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 2 spring Scallions use white and light green parts
For the Dressing
  • 2 tbsp Ranch Seasoning adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt non-fat variety
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for roasting
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Dice the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the scallions. Cut the chicken breast into small, bite-sized chunks and season with ranch seasoning.
  2. On a large baking sheet, arrange the seasoned chicken and raw bacon, scatter the diced onion on top.
  3. Roast chicken and bacon for 20 minutes, ensuring chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and bacon is crispy.
  4. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions for about 7 to 8 minutes until al dente.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together ranch dressing and Greek yogurt. Add in ranch seasoning and smoked paprika if desired.
  6. Once pasta is cooked, drain (do not rinse) and transfer to a large bowl. Mix in roasted chicken, bacon, onions, tomatoes, and scallions.
  7. Pour dressing over pasta and toss until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 33gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 9gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store salad in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Allow flavors to meld over time and consider adding extra dressing for creaminess if needed.

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