Ingredients
Method
- In a small bowl whisk the Greek yogurt Caesar dressing with the lemon zest until smooth. Set aside about 2 tablespoons of the mixture for finishing the salad.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil and add the dried pasta. Cook according to package directions until very slightly under al dente.
- Drain the pasta in a colander and rinse under cold running water until cool. Spread the pasta out on a baking sheet to let excess water evaporate.
- While the pasta cools, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the romaine, and cut or pull the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl combine the cooled pasta, chicken, tomatoes, romaine, and most of the Parmesan. Add about two-thirds of the reserved dressing and gently fold everything together until evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust by adding more dressing if you want a creamier result, and season with salt and black pepper to your preference.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 to 45 minutes to let the flavors meld and the pasta chill.
- Just before serving, give the salad a final toss, drizzle the reserved dressing over the top, sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan, and finish with a fresh crack of black pepper.
- Serve chilled or let it come to room temperature for 10 minutes before serving. Leftovers keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Notes
For added flavor, you can top the salad with extra croutons or your favorite salad toppings.
