Suddenly Pasta Salad Recap
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!
Ingredients
- 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:
- 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:
- Drain pasta in a colander and rinse thoroughly with cold water to stop cooking. Shake off excess water.
Mix Dressing:
- In a large bowl, stir the provided seasoning mix into 1/2 cup of poppy seed dressing until combined.
Combine Ingredients:
- Add cooled pasta, chicken, grapes, celery, and almonds to the bowl. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Serve or Chill:
- 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 |