Description
A vibrant salad packed with flavor and healthy fats. Perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups (946 ml) mixed greens
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) red cabbage
- 1 cups (237 ml) blueberries
- 1 avocado
- 1/2-1 lbs (227-454 g) chicken
- Chicken Seasoning
- 1 tsp italian seasoning
- 1/4-1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp butter
- Vinaigrette
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch pepper
- Salad Base
Instructions
- For Chicken
- In a small bowl, mix together Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- If chicken is not thinly sliced, thinly slice chicken breasts, then tenderize using a meat tenderizing tool.
- Season chicken with the seasoning mixture.
- In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil and butter. Once the butter is melted, add the chicken.
- Sear on both sides for 3–4 minutes each, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the juices run clear.
- Allow the chicken to cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken.
- For Vinaigrette
- In a small mason jar, add white vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Close the lid and shake until just combined.
- Set aside until ready to use.
- For Salad
- In a medium bowl, mix together mixed greens, red cabbage, avocado, blueberries, and shredded chicken.
- Top with vinaigrette and enjoy!
Notes
- For a creamier salad, mash the avocado slightly before adding it to the greens.
- To prevent the avocado from browning, toss it with a little lime juice before adding it to the salad.
- Leftovers can be stored separately (dressing on the side) for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 100