Best 7 Lemon Poppy Seed Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes
Calling all lemon lovers! If you're searching for a refreshing and zesty dish that combines the flavors of lemon and poppy seeds with tender chicken and pasta, then look no further. This lemon poppy seed chicken pasta salad is a delightful fusion of tangy citrus, sweet poppy seeds, and succulent chicken, all tossed in a creamy dressing. It's perfect for a light and flavorful meal on a warm day, or as a side dish for your next gathering.
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POPPY SEED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD
My boyfriend is not a fan of pasta salads and he couldn't get enough of it! You can omit the pasta and place salad on sandwich roll or bread for a yummy chicken salad sandwich.
Provided by lee jean
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 12 minutes; drain, rinse in cold water, and drain again.
- Toss pasta, chicken, onion, cranberries, celery, and almonds together in a salad bowl; drizzle with poppy seed dressing and stir to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 21.8 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 162.3 mg, Sugar 8.8 g
LEMON POPPY SEED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD
The sweetness of the dressing and cranberries along with the savory of the onions and celery, makes this a wonderfully refreshing salad. Great to take along to picnics or potlucks.
Provided by Danyell
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the penne pasta, and cook until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water until the pasta is cold; drain well.
- Place the drained penne pasta into a large mixing bowl, and stir in the chicken, celery, cranberries, and green onions. Pour in the salad dressing and lemon juice; stir until evenly mixed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 231.4 mg, Sugar 14.4 g
LEMON-POPPY SEED FETTUCCINE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Heat the olive oil and garlic in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook until the garlic is golden brown; discard the garlic. Add the zucchini to the garlic oil; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the zucchini is crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in the poppy seeds and remove from the heat.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain. Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add the pasta, 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water, the lemon zest, butter and parmesan; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and toss to combine. Add the remaining 1/2 cup cooking water and the lemon juice and simmer until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 1 minute (the pasta will continue to absorb the sauce as it sits). Divide among bowls.
CUCUMBER SALAD
Use any mix of cucumbers you like for this tangy salad. If using slicing cucumbers - the slightly thicker ones you'll find with seeds and sometimes waxier-seeming skins - you might want to peel them first and remove the seeds, which can dilute the dressing. To seed, simply halve the cucumbers lengthwise and use a teaspoon to gently scrape out the seeds. Feel free to play around with shapes, too. Slicing the cucumbers into rounds is easy enough, but half moons or other bite-size pieces are also welcome.
Provided by Dawn Perry
Categories easy, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, yogurt, lemon juice, poppy seeds, salt and pepper.
- Add cucumbers and scallions and toss to combine. Salad can be made up to 4 hours ahead. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
CHICKEN PASTA SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
This recipe is one I've found that comes closest to the salad you can buy at Lowe's Grocery store. This is one fabulous salad, I made it for the first time last night.
Provided by Shirl J 831
Categories Summer
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook the pasta twists as directed.
- Drain; rinse with cold water to cool.
- Drain well.
- In a large bowl, gently mix cooled cooked pasta, chicken, grapes and celery.
- Pour dressing over top salad; toss to coat well.
- Serve immediately.
CHICKEN PASTA SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Save time with deli chicken and prepared dressing to create this satisfying pasta salad.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain; rinse with cold water to cool. Drain well.
- In large bowl, gently mix cooled cooked pasta, chicken, grapes and celery. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat well. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g
POPPY SEED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD
This recipe was salvaged off either a can of chicken, box of pasta or bag of dried cranberries. It is a really great salad and is requested at many summer gatherings. It's fall now and I got to thinking of the cranberries in this recipe.
Provided by Petunia
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to packaging directions. Rinse with cold water. In a large bowl, combine pasta and everything except dressing. Mix the dressing up in a small bowl and then pour on top and mix gently. Chill for several hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 992, Fat 57.3, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 145.6, Sodium 487.7, Carbohydrate 73.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 7.2, Protein 45.3
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest.
- If you don't have poppy seeds, you can substitute chia seeds or flax seeds.
- To make a vegan version of this salad, use agave nectar or maple syrup instead of honey.
- This salad is also delicious with grilled chicken or fish.
- You can also add other fruits or vegetables to this salad, such as berries, apples, or cucumbers.
Conclusion:
Lemon poppy seed salad is a refreshing and delicious salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a salad that is both healthy and satisfying. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give lemon poppy seed salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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