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High Protein Ranch Pasta Salad

High Protein Ranch Pasta Salad That Fuels Your Day

A protein-packed High Protein Ranch Pasta Salad with over 30 grams of protein per serving, making it perfect for meal prep or summer potlucks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta Salad
  • 8 oz Chickpea Pasta gluten-free
  • 2 breasts Chicken Breasts cooked and shredded
  • 1 cup Broccoli chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Cucumber cubed
  • 2 cups Coleslaw Mix
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt thick brand recommended
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise or more yogurt for lighter version
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard yellow mustard works as substitute
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice fresh-squeezed recommended
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill or dried, adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup or honey
  • 2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Medium bowl
  • large bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Chop the broccoli, dice the bell pepper, and cube the cucumber. Prepare the coleslaw mix.
  2. Boil a large pot of salted water and get ready to add the chickpea pasta.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry, coat with olive oil, and season. Bake for 18-22 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Cook chickpea pasta according to package instructions until al dente, typically 7-9 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayo, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  6. Once cooked and cooled, shred the chicken. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, broccoli, bell pepper, cucumber, and coleslaw.
  7. Dress the salad with the creamy dressing, mix well, and let sit for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to four days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for later. Mix in more dressing if it seems dry after storage.

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