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Large Salads for a Crowd

A vibrant and hearty salad perfect for gatherings, featuring a mix of fresh vegetables, proteins, and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

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
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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 grilled chicken, chickpeas, and feta cheese on top of the salad base.
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. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad can be customized with other vegetables or proteins based on preference. It is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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