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Gluten free pasta salad with grilled chicken, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and herbs in a white bowl.

Gluten Free Pasta Salad

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This vibrant gluten free pasta salad blends tender rice pasta, grilled chicken, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette for a refreshing, protein-packed dish that’s easy to make and naturally gluten free. Perfect for summer lunches, meal prep, or potlucks. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s your new go-to healthy bowl!

👉 Try this gluten free pasta salad today and enjoy a light, satisfying meal packed with bold flavors and clean ingredients!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6

Ingredients

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For the Salad

  • 12 oz gluten free pasta (brown rice or corn-based)
  • ½ cup red onion (finely diced)
  • 12 oz cherry or grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 large cucumber (or 3 mini cucumbers, diced)
  • ½ cup sliced pepperoncini
  • 2 grilled chicken breasts (chopped)
  • ⅓ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • ½ cup feta cheese (optional)

For the Dressing

  • ⅓ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil. Add gluten free pasta and cook 1 minute beyond the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water immediately.
  2. Prep Veggies & Protein: While pasta cooks, dice red onions, cucumber, halve the tomatoes, chop parsley, slice pepperoncini, and grill (or dice pre-cooked) chicken breasts.
  3. Make Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon, honey, garlic, seasoning, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake until emulsified.
  4. Combine: Add cooked pasta, vegetables, chicken, and feta into a large salad bowl. Pour dressing over and toss gently until fully coated.
  5. Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Toss again and garnish with more parsley or lemon zest if desired.

Notes

Nutrient Amount
Calories 340 kcal
Total Fat 17g
Saturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 45mg
Sodium 370mg
Total Carbohydrates 29g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Sugars 3g
Protein 20g
Gluten 0g
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: main dish, Salad
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-American