Med-Style Salad
This is a great, cost-effective recipe to help you stretch your food dollar. Med-style eating consists of eating less meat and adding in plant-based protein, like beans.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tbsp Balsamic Vinaigrette or Greek Dressing Mix
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 8 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup light feta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1⁄4 cup sliced black olives, drained and rinsed
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 1–19 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Preparation
- In a Saute Pan set over medium-high heat, add oil and chicken; cook on high for 4–6 min, until cooked. Set aside.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine salad dressing ingredients. Set aside.
- On a large platter, assemble salad and top with chicken and chickpeas; drizzle with dressing. Enjoy!
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Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 470, Fat 28 g (Saturated 8 g, 0 0 g), Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 520 mg, Carbohydrate 40 g (Fiber 8 g, Sugars 6 g), Protein 22 g.
Perfectly Balance Your Plate
This is a perfectly balanced meal.