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Large Salads for a Crowd

A refreshing and vibrant salad perfect for gatherings, packed with a variety of fresh vegetables, proteins, and a zesty dressing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 12 cups mixed greens such as romaine, spinach, and arugula
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
Protein Additions
  • 2 cups grilled chicken sliced
  • 1 cup chickpeas canned, drained, and rinsed
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
Dressing
  • 1/2 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and shredded carrots.
  2. Add the grilled chicken, chickpeas, and feta cheese on top of the salad base.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or proteins. This salad can be made ahead of time, just add the dressing right before serving to keep the greens fresh.

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