The Dish
Enjoy a balanced meal that is chockfull of hearty whole grains, nutritious vegetables, and lean protein. The base of this pasta primavera garden bowl is whole wheat penne pasta noodles. Topping the noodles are oven-baked veggies and boneless skinless chicken breast. The chicken and veggies (zucchini, yellow squash, green beans, bell pepper, tomato, onion, and garlic) are simply tossed with an Italian seasoning and a light sprinkle of salt and pepper — just enough seasoning to highlight the natural flavors. The dressing is a quick combination of low-fat Greek yogurt and vinegar for a lighter, yet creamy, addition.
Prepping Ahead/Time-Saving Tips
To save on time or as a meal prep ahead option, feel free to bake the chicken and veggies, cool them, and refrigerate them until ready to assemble the salad. The components will keep in the refrigerator for a couple of days. Cooking your pasta noodles ahead of time (cooling and refrigerating) is also a big time saver.