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Whole-Grain Pasta Salad with Chicken, Spinach and Tomato

A cold pasta salad combining whole-grain pasta with chicken, spinach and cherry tomatoes.

Whole-Grain Pasta Salad with Chicken, Spinach and Tomato

Ingredients

  • 180 g dry whole-grain pasta
  • 220 g chicken, thoroughly cooked
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Cucumber
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon
  • Herbs and black pepper

Preparation

  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and cool it safely under cold running water.
  2. Slice the cooked chicken.
  3. Combine the pasta with the chicken, spinach, tomato and cucumber.
  4. Add olive oil, lemon and herbs.
  5. Serve promptly, or refrigerate in a covered container if not eating right away.

Why it fits: Combines a whole grain, lean protein and vegetables in a make-ahead salad.

Food-safety note: Cool the cooked pasta and chicken safely, and refrigerate promptly if the salad is not served immediately.

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Last reviewed against the cited sources: July 18, 2026