Grilled Turkey and Tricolor Pasta Salad with Creamy Cashew Dressing
This vibrant and flavorful pasta salad features tender grilled turkey, tricolor spiral pasta, crunchy cashews, and a creamy, tangy dressing. It's a perfect make-ahead dish for gatherings or a satisfying main course.
Instructions
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Grill the turkey breasts over medium heat for 25-30 minutes per side, or until a thermometer reads 170°F. Allow the turkey to cool slightly, then remove the skin and chop the meat.
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Cook the tricolor spiral pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
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In a large bowl, combine the chopped turkey, cooked pasta, diced celery, chopped green onions, and diced green pepper.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, brown sugar, cider vinegar, salt, and lemon juice to make the creamy dressing.
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Pour the dressing over the pasta salad and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
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Just before serving, stir in the salted cashew halves.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 6 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
