Med-Style Salad

15 min

4 servings

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

  1. In a Saute Pan set over medium-high heat, add oil and chicken; cook on high for 4–6 min, until cooked. Set aside.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine salad dressing ingredients. Set aside.
  3. On a large platter, assemble salad and top with chicken and chickpeas; drizzle with dressing. Enjoy!

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.