Whole-wheat pesto pasta salad

Enjoy a nutritious and flavorful whole-wheat pesto pasta salad bursting with vibrant colors and fresh ingredients. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 450g whole-wheat bow tie pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more if needed
• 1 cup basil pesto
• 1/4 cup italian dressing
• 2 cup spinach
• 1 cup shredded grilled chicken
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup feta cheese
• salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the pasta as instructed on the packaging in a big pot filled with salted water. Once cooked, drain the pasta and rinse it under running water. Pour the olive oil over the pasta and mix thoroughly.Transfer the cooked pasta into a spacious bowl and mix in the pesto and Italian dressing. Include the spinach, chicken, tomatoes, and feta cheese. Mix everything together. Season the pasta salad with salt and pepper according to your preference.Wrap the bowl with the pasta and place it in the refrigerator. If the pasta appears dry when serving, you can add an extra tablespoon of olive oil and mix it in.

Summary:

• Calories: 3465 kcal
• Fat: 161 g
• Protein: 115 g
• Carbs: 388 g
• Potassium: 2572 mg
• Magnesium: 378 mg