Mediterranean Sunrise Dinner Salad: A Low-Carb Energizer
Find the perfect low-carb Mediterranean dinner salad that will invigorate your senses and keep you feeling vibrant and energetic. This dish is both delicious and healthy, making it the ultimate choice for a satisfying meal.
Allergens
Dairy (feta cheese) - Tree Nuts (pine nuts)
Ingredients
- 8 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, and watercress)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup grilled chicken breast, sliced
- 1/2 cup sun
- dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, avocado, red onion, grilled chicken breast, sun dried tomatoes, basil leaves, and parsley.
- In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a delicious vinaigrette.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts on top of the salad for an added crunch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Chef’s Insight
Choose ripe, juicy cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves for optimal flavor.
Notes
Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite Mediterranean ingredients.