Description
This Easy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad blends al dente pasta, smoky smoked beef, crisp romaine, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a creamy Caesar dressing and finished with Parmesan cheese. Perfect for quick lunches, dinner prep, or potluck gatherings, the dish offers a balanced mix of protein, carbs, and fresh vegetables. Its vibrant flavors and satisfying textures make it a go‑to recipe for busy families and anyone craving a classic Caesar taste in a convenient pasta salad.
Ingredients
Scale
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- 2 cups cooked pasta
- 1 cup diced smoked beef
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
- halved
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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- Cook pasta until al dente, drain and cool.
- Dice smoked beef into bite‑size pieces.
- Chop romaine lettuce and halve cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl combine pasta, smoked beef, lettuce, and tomatoes.
- Drizzle Caesar dressing, toss gently.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
Notes
- For extra crunch
- add toasted pine nuts or a handful of croutons. Adjust dressing quantity to taste. This salad can be made ahead and stored chilled for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Easy Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad, chicken Caesar pasta salad, easy pasta salad recipe, quick chicken salad, Caesar pasta side dish, meal prep chicken salad, pasta salad with smoked beef, summer pasta salad, light chicken salad