Healthy Fall Harvest Pasta Salad: A Wholesome Delight with Turkey Bacon and Chicken Ham
A nutritious pasta salad perfect for the fall season, featuring turkey bacon and chicken ham.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
- 8 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup cooked chicken ham, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper to taste
- Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crisp. Remove and chop.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, turkey bacon, chicken ham, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and spinach.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- This salad can be customized with seasonal vegetables.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Healthy Fall Harvest Pasta Salad, Pasta Salad, Healthy Recipes