Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Mediterranean Chopped Salad—perfect for any occasion, whether as a refreshing side dish or a satisfying main course. This colorful salad combines fresh vegetables, protein-rich quinoa, and juicy chicken, all drizzled with a zesty olive oil vinaigrette that brings each ingredient to life.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup grape tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 cooked chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini
- 1/3 cup feta cheese
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine 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
- Wash and chop romaine lettuce; add to a large mixing bowl.
- Incorporate grape tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, quinoa, chicken, pepperoncini, and feta.
- In another bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until blended.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg