Elevate your salad game with our tantalizing Weight Watchers Best Layered Pasta Salad recipe. Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this salad is a delightful addition to any mealtime spread. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a nutritious dish, this recipe is sure to impress. Read on for detailed instructions, nutritional information, and Smart WW points to make this salad a staple in your healthy eating journey.
Ingredients:
For the Dressing:
- 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup fat-free sour cream
- 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar substitute (such as Stevia)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Salad:
- 3 cups cooked and drained macaroni pasta (whole wheat or low-carb for healthier options)
- 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/2 cup thawed frozen green peas
- 1/3 cup chopped celery
- 1 1/2 cups diced lean ham
- 1/3 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the light mayonnaise, fat-free sour cream, white wine vinegar, sugar substitute, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large glass serving bowl or trifle dish, layer the cooked macaroni pasta on the bottom.
- Top the pasta with a layer of chopped romaine lettuce, followed by diced red bell pepper, finely diced red onion, thawed green peas, chopped celery, diced lean ham, sliced black olives, and reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour on the Dressing:
- Evenly pour the prepared dressing over the layered salad, ensuring that it covers all the ingredients.
- Chill and Serve:
- Cover the salad with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy the layers of flavor in every bite!
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 170
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 20g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 3g
- Protein: 12g
Smart WW Points:
- Each serving is calculated to be 5 SmartPoints, making it a satisfying and nutritious option for your WW plan.
Useful Information:
- Feel free to customize this salad with your favorite vegetables or protein sources, such as grilled chicken or turkey bacon.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just give it a good stir before serving.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the ham or replace it with diced tofu or hard-boiled eggs.
- This salad is perfect for meal prep! Divide it into individual containers for easy grab-and-go lunches or dinners throughout the week.
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