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Classic Suddenly Pasta Salad with rotini, red grapes, chopped celery, and red onions in a creamy seasoned dressing.

Suddenly Pasta Salad Recap

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Suddenly Pasta Salad is your go-to solution for quick, refreshing, and customizable meals! Made in just 17 minutes, this boxed pasta salad transforms into a creamy, protein-packed delight with chicken, grapes, celery, and toasted almonds. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a comforting weekday lunch.Try it today and taste the nostalgia!

  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 box Suddenly Salad® classic pasta salad
  • 1/2 cup refrigerated poppy seed dressing
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken (chopped or shredded)
  • 3/4 cup red grapes (halved)
  • 1/2 cup celery (thinly sliced)
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds (toasted)

Instructions

Boil Pasta:

  1. In a 3-quart pot, bring water to a boil. Add pasta from the box. Boil uncovered for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Drain and Rinse:

  1. Drain pasta in a colander and rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop cooking. Shake off excess water.

Mix Dressing:

  1. In a large bowl, stir the provided seasoning mix into 1/2 cup of poppy seed dressing until combined.

Combine Ingredients:

  1. Add cooled pasta, chicken, grapes, celery, and almonds to the bowl. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.

Serve or Chill:

  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving for a more flavorful salad.

Notes

Nutrient Amount
Calories ~330 kcal
Total Fat 14g
Saturated Fat 2.5g
Cholesterol 35mg
Sodium 520mg
Total Carbohydrates 34g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Sugars 6g
Protein 16g
Calcium 4% DV
Iron 6% DV
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: main dish, Salad, Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American