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Mediterranean Salad


30 mins    Soups and Salads This Mediterranean Salad is a perfect blend of fresh veggies, creamy feta, and savory chicken (or chickpeas). Topped with a greek inspired dressing and a dollop of hummus, it’s a quick, nutritious, vibrant and satisfying meal. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this salad is packed with delicous flavors that will leave you feeling nourished and full! Servings: 2 Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 hour Total: 30 min Free from: Seafood Vegan alternative: Yes

Mediterranean Salad
Mediterranean Salad

Ingredients

Salad

  • 2 big handfuls of baby spinach

  • 20 cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

  • 1 chicken breast, sliced OR cooked chicken(recipe below)/canned chickpeas as a substitute

  • 1/2 cucumber, cut into cubes

  • 1/2 small red onion, sliced

  • 20 black olives, sliced in half

  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

  • 3 tablespoons of hummus


Dressing (can be prepared ahead and refridgerated)

  • 3 tsp lemon juice

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp dill

  • 1/2 tsp oregano

  • 1 tsp crushed garlic

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

  • 1/2 tbsp honey


Chicken Marinade (optional - can be prepared ahead)

  • 1/2 chicken breast (butterflied)

  • 1 tbsp garlic

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 2 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp for frying

Method

1. If using the chicken marinade: Mix together the marinade ingredients. Brush the chicken on both sides and pan-fry on medium heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil until cooked through, around 6 minutes on each side.


2. Prepare the dressing: Whisk together all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl.


3. Assemble the salad: In two serving bowls, place a bed of spinach. Top with sliced tomatoes, sliced chicken, cucumber cubes, onion, olives, and feta cheese. Move the spinach to one side of the bowl and dollop hummus on the other side.


4. Finish the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the top and enjoy this vibrant, nutritious salad!

If you try the recipe please leave a review, I would love to hear your thoughts!

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