Blueberry Chicken Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 teaspoons honey
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
• 3 cups cooked whole grain penne pasta, cooled
• 12 ounces cooked chicken breast, sliced
• 4 cups field greens
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped

Method

1. 1 In a blender, combine 1/2 cup blueberries, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and salt. Blend until smooth to create the vinaigrette.
2. 2 In a large bowl, combine the cooled penne pasta, sliced chicken, field greens, chopped red onion, chopped red bell pepper, and remaining 1 1/2 cups blueberries.
3. 3 Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately.