Mediterranean Chopped Salad
Enjoy this protein-packed Mediterranean Chopped Salad that’s fresh and flavorful! Try this easy recipe today for your next meal prep or gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup chopped grape tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 cooked chicken breasts, diced
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini
- 1/3 cup feta cheese
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons apple vinegar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- Juice from 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, chopped tomatoes, and red onion.
- Add cooked quinoa and diced chicken to the bowl for added protein.
- Mix in pepperoncini and feta cheese for extra flavor.
- In a separate bowl or shaker, whisk together olive oil, apple vinegar, dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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