Chicken pasta salad can be a light, healthy lunch in its own right, not just a side dish. This one is especially healthy, thanks to its use of whole wheat pasta and especially its hummus-based dressing.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat rotini
• 1/2 cup hummus
• 3 tablespoons italian salad dressing
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. Combine hummus, salad dressing, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add pasta; toss to coat. Stir in spinach, chicken, tomatoes and olives. Sprinkle with feta. Serve immediately.