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Large Salads for a Crowd

A vibrant and hearty salad perfect for gatherings, packed with 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
  • 10 cups mixed greens such as spinach, arugula, and romaine
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
Proteins
  • 2 cups chickpeas cooked and drained
  • 2 cups grilled chicken sliced or cubed
Dressings
  • ½ cup olive oil extra virgin
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
Toppings
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and carrots.
  2. Add the chickpeas and grilled chicken to the bowl.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  2. Top with feta cheese, red onion, and parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 20mg

Notes

This salad can be customized with additional ingredients such as avocado, nuts, or seeds for added texture and flavor.

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