ASIAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

ASIAN CHICKEN PASTA SALAD

Makes: 4 Servings

8 oz Ozro, Small Shells or other small pasta shape, uncooked

2 cups poached chicken, cut into chunks

4 oz spinach leaves, stems removed and sliced into strips

½ cup bean sprouts

½ red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips

2 scallions, sliced

3 tbsp red wine vinegar

1 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce

1 tbsp sesame or vegetable oil

2 tsp Teriyaki sauce

1 ½ tbsp prepared chilli sauce

1 tbsp fresh grated ginger

3 tbsp slivered almonds, toasted

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine pasta, chicken, spinach, sprouts, pepper and scallions.

3. In a small mixing bowl, mix together remaining ingredients except almonds; whisk well.

4. Toss dressing with pasta mixture and refrigerate until ready to serve.

5. Sprinkle almonds over top just before serving.