This recipe is definitely healthy, easy and quick to make. This pasta salad is also great for barbecue parties and is sure to impress the crowd.

Ingredients:

12 ounces large whole-wheat pasta shells, 2 tablespoons slivered almonds, 1 tablespoon curry powder, 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise,1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt or reduced-fat sour cream, 1/3 cup mango chutney, 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ground cayenne pepper, 2 cups poached chicken (cut into 1-inch pieces), 1/2 cup raisins, 1/2 cup chopped scallions, 1/2 cup diced celery, salt & freshly ground pepper

Procedure:

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.  Drain and rinse.  Set aside.

2. Toast almonds in a dry skillet over low heat for 2 minutes.  Transfer to a plate.

3. On the same pan, toast the curry powder for 30 seconds and transfer to a small bowl.  Stir in the mayonnaise, yogurt, chutney, turmeric, cinnamon and ground pepper in the bowl with the toasted curry powder.

4. Combine the chicken, raisins, scallions, celery and pasta in a large bowl.  Add the curry dressing and toss to coat.  Adjust the taste by adding some salt, pepper and ground red pepper.  Sprinkle with toasted almonds.