Ramen Spinach Pasta Salad Supreme

Cooked ramen noodles and fresh spinach are tossed with morsels of chicken, juicy grapes, crunchy red peppers, cashews and pungent Gorgonzola cheese, then coated with a zesty blend of lemon, mayonnaise, garlic and the ramen flavor packets.

• Calories: 147 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ cup chopped cashews
• 1 lemon, juiced
• ⅓ cup olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup sliced red bell peppers
• 2 cups cooked and cubed chicken
• 2 (3 ounce) packages chicken flavored ramen noodles
• 8 cups torn spinach leaves
• 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
• ½ cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
• ¼ cup light mayonnaise
• 20 grape clusters, for garnish

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cook ramen noodles according to package directions, without adding the flavor packets. Drain noodles and cool. Cut noodles into large bite size pieces.

Step 2

In a large bowl combine the torn spinach leaves, cooked turkey or chicken, halved grapes, red pepper, cashews, Gorgonzola or blue cheese, and ramen noodles.

Step 3

In a small bowl mix flavor packets, garlic, and lemon juice and let stand at least 15 minutes. Add oil and mayonnaise and whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Pour dressing over salad and toss until thoroughly mixed. Garnish with red pepper rings and small grape clusters, if desired. Serve.