Pasta Salad with Chicken and Blueberries
4 servings
30 minutes
Pasta salad with chicken and blueberries is an unusual combination inspired by Italian cuisine. In this dish, the softness of fusilli harmoniously blends with juicy pieces of chicken, while the sweet-tart blueberries add a vibrant accent. The dressing made from feta, lime juice, and thyme makes the flavor rich and refreshing, turning familiar ingredients into a gastronomic discovery. Italians value balance and sophistication in dishes, and this salad reflects their culinary philosophy. It is perfect as a light lunch or dinner, surprising with its delicate texture and multifaceted taste. A great choice for those who love unusual gastronomic experiments and want to add a bit of sunny Italy to their plate.
1
Prepare the chicken in any way: boil, grill, or barbecue. Slightly cool it, transfer to a board, and cut into small pieces.
- Chicken breast fillet: 500 g
2
Meanwhile, boil the pasta in a large amount of salted boiling water until cooked, drain, and transfer to a bowl.
- Fusilli: 250 g
3
In olive oil, sauté thinly sliced shallots until soft for 3-4 minutes. Pour in the broth and add feta and lime juice. Let it melt slightly for 1-2 minutes.
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Shallot: 1 piece
- Chicken broth: 0.3 glass
- Feta cheese: 0.3 glass
- Lime juice: 3 tablespoons
4
Add chicken to the pasta and mix in sauce, blueberries, thyme, and lime zest. Season with salt and mix well.
- Chicken breast fillet: 500 g
- Blueberry: 1 glass
- Chopped fresh thyme: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Grated lime zest: 1 teaspoon