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football lunch

Football Lunch: 7 Hearty Recipes for Game Day Success


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A hearty lunch perfect for football days.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups of cooked pasta
  • 1 cup of diced chicken
  • 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup of fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, diced chicken, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the mixture.
  4. Add salt, pepper, and fresh basil.
  5. Toss everything together until well mixed.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later.

Notes

  • This lunch can be made ahead of time.
  • Feel free to add your favorite vegetables.
  • Great for tailgating or watching games at home.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Mixing and cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: football lunch, pasta salad, game day meal