Sesame Pasta Chicken Salad

Summary

A refreshing light pasta salad with a delicious Asian flair. Great for a summer cookout or picnic.

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame seeds, and cook stirring frequently until lightly toasted. Remove from heat, and set aside.

2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain pasta, and rinse under cold water until cool. Transfer to a large bowl.

3. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine vegetable oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, ginger, and pepper. Shake well.

4. Pour sesame dressing over pasta, and toss to coat evenly. Gently mix in chicken, cilantro, and green onions.

NUTRITIONAL INFO

calories	349 cal
total fat	15.2 g
cholesterol	24 mg
sodium	308 mg
carbohydrates	38.3 g
fiber	2.2 g
protein	15.9 g