"Lighter" Vinaigrette Pasta Chicken Salad

"Lighter" Vinaigrette Pasta Chicken Salad

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Did you know that a vinaigrette is one of the five basic sauces used in traditional cooking? This dish offers a twist on a classic vinaigrette using delicious Pesto with Basil Sauce. Combine with chicken or turkey to create a simple and delicious meal for family and friends.

Estimated Times

Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins
Serving Per Recipe: 6 Nutritional Info

Ingredients

1 package (9 ounces) BUITONI Refrigerated Three Cheese Tortellini

1 container (7 ounces) BUITONI Refrigerated All Natural Reduced Fat Pesto with Basil

3 tablespoons cider vinegar

1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt

1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar

1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 to 3 cups cooked chicken or turkey , cut into strips or cubes

1 1/2 cups sliced and halved zucchini

1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper

Directions

PREPARE pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain.

COMBINE pesto, vinegar, seasoned salt, sugar and pepper; mix well. Add chicken, pasta, zucchini and bell pepper. Toss well. Serve immediately or refrigerate.

Wine Pairings

Pinot Grigio

Notes

Using BUITONI Refrigerated Reduced Fat Pesto with Basil, you will have a recipe that has:

10% less calories
26% less fat
11% less saturated fat

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