Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons sliced almonds
  • 1/4 Cup reduced-fat Mayonnaise
  • 3/4 Cup Greek yogurt, plain fat-free
  • 1 Teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 Teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 Teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/4 Teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 Teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 Cup California Raisins
  • 1 medium apple, with skin, chopped into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 2 Cups cooked whole wheat penne or medium shells
  • 2 Cups cooked skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/4 Cup chopped scallions (about 2 scallions)

Procedure

Toast almonds in a small dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until golden, about 2-3 mintes. Remove from pan and set aside. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yogurt, lemon juice, curry powder, turmeric, cinnamon, and salt.

Place the California raisins, apple, pasta, chicken, and scallions in a large serving bowl. Toss to combine. Add the mayonnaise mixture and toss to coat.  Garnish with toasted almonds.

Recipe created by Elizabeth Ward, MS, RD

Ingredients

Nutrition Facts Per Serving

Calories 229 (Calories from Fat 47); Total Fat 5g ( Saturated Fat 1g; Trans Fat 0g; ); Cholesterol 43mg; Sodium 310mg; Total Carbohydrate 26g; Dietary Fiber 3g; Sugars 4g; Protein 21g; Vitamin A 1%;

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