Turkey Pasta Salad with Ranch
This Turkey pasta salad with ranch is an easy turkey pasta salad recipe packed with healthy ingredients like fresh vegetables, lean turkey, and a tangy peppercorn ranch dressing. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 2 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta about 5 ounces
- 2 medium sweet peppers chopped
- 1 medium zucchini thinly sliced
- 1 yellow summer squash thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 2 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup peppercorn ranch salad dressing
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Use well-salted water for the best flavor. Once done, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process, then drain well.
- Meanwhile, chop the sweet peppers, zucchini, summer squash, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Aim for uniform sizes to ensure even texture throughout the salad.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, chopped vegetables, cubed turkey, and fresh parsley.
- Drizzle the peppercorn ranch dressing over the salad and sprinkle in the salt. Toss everything gently until the ingredients are fully coated and evenly distributed.
- Finish by topping the salad with shredded Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.