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Crisp Apple & Toasted Almond Dill Chicken Salad
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14gFAT
Lunch● 5-Day Fridge Freshness
Zesty Italian Rotini Salad with Mozzarella Pearls & Pepperoni
The ultimate zero-reheat cold lunch that stays crisp for 5 days in the fridge.
This vibrant Italian rotini salad is engineered specifically for meal prep longevity. Unlike leafy greens that wilt by day two, tricolor rotini and sturdy Mediterranean vegetables maintain their crunch and soak in the herb-infused Italian vinaigrette over time. Creamy mozzarella pearls and savory cured pepperoni provide satisfying protein and richness in every forkful.
PREP TIME15 min
COOK TIME10 min
BATCH YIELD5 Meals
SHELF LIFE5 Days
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Recipe Ingredients
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Herb Vinaigrette & Finishes
Step-by-Step Batch Method
6 Chef Steps- 1
Boil the rotini pasta in generously salted water until strictly al dente (1-2 minutes shy of package directions). Immediately drain and shock with cold running water to halt the cooking process and preserve firm bite.
- 2
In a glass measuring jar, whisk the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- 3
In a wide mixing bowl, combine the completely cooled pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, minced red onion, and pepperoni.
- 4
Pour two-thirds of the vinaigrette over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat every noodle.
- 5
Gently fold in the delicate mozzarella pearls, grated parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley.
- 6
Evenly distribute the salad across 5 meal prep containers. Drizzle any remaining dressing on top, seal tightly, and chill.
👨🍳 Pro Meal Prep Tips for This Dish
- Never dress warm pasta: warm noodles absorb all the dressing immediately and leave the salad dry the next morning. Ensure pasta is thoroughly chilled before assembling.
- Cucumber crispness hack: English cucumbers with tiny seeds hold up best over 5 days. For standard cucumbers, scoop out watery center seeds before dicing.
- Protein upgrade: add diced rotisserie chicken breast or chickpeas for an extra 15g protein per portion.
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