Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad
Grilled chicken and linguine join crisp romaine, cucumber, green bell pepper, red onion, and green onions in a fresh, colorful pasta salad. A homemade poppy seed dressing brings sweet-tangy flavor with cider vinegar, mustard, and poppy seeds, making it a satisfying warm salad for a light lunch, picnic, or casual dinner.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 48 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 81
- Heart Health
- 76
- Metabolic
- 60
- Digestive
- 43
- Inflammatory
- 41
- Performance
- 48
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat; lightly oil the grill.
- 2
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well.
- 3
While the pasta is cooking, grill the chicken breast halves until the meat is no longer pink in the middle and the juices run clear, 5 to 8 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a chicken breast should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes, then slice it into bite-size pieces; keep warm.
- 4
In a large salad bowl, lightly toss together the grilled chicken, hot cooked linguine, romaine, green pepper, red onion, and cucumber.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together safflower oil, cider vinegar, sugar, poppy seeds, dry mustard powder, and green onions until smooth and evenly blended. Pour the dressing over the salad to serve.
- Calories 762.57 kcal High 38%
- Protein 30.18 g Good Source 60%
- Carbohydrate 98.55 g 36%
- Total Fat 30.38 g High 39%
- Saturated Fat 2.21 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 47.37 mg Moderate 16%
- Sodium 165.2 mg Moderate 7%
- Dietary Fiber 8.77 g Good Source 31%
- Total Sugars 30.72 g --
- Added Sugars 0.2 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 67.83 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 4.69 mg Good Source 26%
- Potassium 662.04 mg Moderate 14%
- Vitamin A 113.17 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 15.6 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad is an American dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Apple Cider Vinegar, Chicken Breast, Cucumber, and Dry Mustard. Each serving provides about 762.57 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad made of?
- The main ingredients are Apple Cider Vinegar, Chicken Breast, Cucumber, Dry Mustard, Green Bell Pepper. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad?
- About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 762.57 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad healthy?
- Poppy Seed Chicken Linguine Salad has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 762.57 calories and 30.18 g of protein, or 60% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 165.2 mg (7% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.21 g (11% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat, Gluten, Mustard and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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