Strawberry Salad with Bacon and Strawberry Vinaigrette

Strawberry Salad with Bacon and Strawberry Vinaigrette

adapted from Southern Living

This strawberry spring salad is a vibrant balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors. It features a bed of crisp spring greens topped with juicy, sliced strawberries and halved cherry tomatoes for a burst of freshness. The salad is elevated by smoky, crispy bacon crumbles and tangy feta cheese, which provide a rich contrast to the fruit. Thinly sliced shallots add a subtle, sophisticated bite, while a homemade strawberry vinaigrette ties everything together with a bright, fruity finish.

To make this a main course you can marinate chicken in a bit of the

strawberry vinaigrette before grilling to mirror the salad's flavors. For a quicker option, shredded rotisserie chicken works perfectly.

Makes 2 servings

2 tsp. red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tsp.. finely chopped shallot 
3/4 tsp. honey
1/4 tsp. Dijon mustard
2 cups sliced strawberries (from 1 lb. fresh strawberries), divided
1/4 tsp. Kosher salt, divided
1 Tbsp. olive oil

1 Tbsp. water
2 cups spring mix lettuces
1 1/2 oz. feta cheese, crumbled
1/3 medium shallot, thinly sliced lengthwise
1/3 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 bacon slices, cooked and coarsely chopped

1. Place vinegar, chopped shallot, honey, Dijon mustard, 1/2 cup of the strawberries, 1/8 teaspoon of the kosher salt  and water in a mini food processor or blender. Process until smooth, about 30 seconds. 
2. Add olive oil and process until mixture is smooth and combined, about 30 seconds.
3. Divide spring mix between 2 plates.
4. Top with feta, sliced shallot, tomatoes, bacon, and remaining 1 cup strawberries and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
5. Drizzle vinaigrette over salad before serving.

Enjoy!

Roasted Root Vegetable Salad

Roasted Root Vegetable Salad

adapted from elisemuseles.com

This salad can be served warm or at room temperature. The balsamic maple vinaigrette provides just a little sweetness to the caramelized root veggies.

Makes 2 servings

2 cups of a mixture of root vegetables, cubed, cut into rounds, or sliced into sticks. (Carrots, parsnips, beets, sweet potatoes, parsnips)
1 Tbsp. olive oil
Sea salt to taste
3 cups mixed greens
Dried cranberries and pecans for topping, if desired

2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp, white balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 tsp. water
1 1/2 tsp. sugar free maple syrup
1 tsp, Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tsp. fresh herbs, chopped, such as thyme and/or parsley
Sea salt & pepper to taste

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, add the prepared veggies and mix in the olive oil, sea salt, and chopped parsley.
3. Transfer the vegetables to a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown around edges and crispy, turning the vegetables over once halfway through cooking. Remove the trays from the oven and cool slightly.
4. Meanwhile, make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, vinegar, water, maple syrup, mustard and herbs until well-combined.
5. Place the vegetables in a bowl on a bed of greens; Add some dried cranberries and/or pecans, if using, to the top and drizzle with the dressing.
6. Serve the salad warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy!

Warm Asparagus Salad

Warm Asparagus Salad

adapted from Taste of Home

Who doesn't love bacon and eggs? Adding them to a warm salad with a light vinaigrette just makes them better.

Makes 2 servings                                                                  3 WW pts / serving

2 turkey bacon strips, cooked & chopped
1/2 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch-pieces
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 1/2 tsp. avocado oil or olive oil

1 1/2 tsp. water
1 1/2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
Pinch of sugar substitute
Pinch Kosher salt
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes

3 cups torn romaine lettuce leaves
2 hard-boiled large eggs, halved
2 ounces fat free feta cheese, crumbled

1. Bring 2 inches of water in a saucepan to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Place the asparagus in a steamer basket; Place the basket in the pot with the boiling water, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. 
3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl whisk together vinegar, oil, water, mustard, garlic powder, sugar, salt and red pepper flakes. 
4. Divide the lettuce and asparagus between 2 plates.
5. Top with dressing, bacon and feta.
6. Place 2 egg halves on each plate prior to serving.

Enjoy!

Salad with Gorgonzola, Bacon and Concord Grapes

Salad with Gorgonzola, Bacon and Concord Grapes

adapted from Food & Wine

Bacon, gorgonzola cheese, toasted hazelnuts and grapes gives you a combination smoky, savory, nutty an sweet with a slightly sour from the lemon vinaigrette.

Makes 2 servings                       8 WW pts / salad + 2 WW pts / Tbsp. of dressing

2 slices of bacon
2 Tbsp. hazelnuts
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp. sherry vinegar
2 Tbsp. minced shallots
1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. sugar substitute
2 Tbsp. olive oil

2 Tbsp. water
3 cups torn romaine lettuce or your preferred greens
1/4 cup seedless grapes, halved
2 oz. Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled

1. Preheat the oven to 325°. 
2. Place the hazelnuts in a small baking dish; Place in the oven and bake for 12 minutes.
3. If the hazelnuts have their skins on, transfer to a kitchen towel and rub until the skins are removed; Season the nuts with salt and pepper.
4. Place a rack on a foil-lined rimmed baking sheet; Put the bacon on the rack and bake for about 17 minutes, until browned but still chewy or to taste. 
5. Transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain, then cut into 1-inch pieces. Leave the oven on.
6. In a small bowl, whisk the sherry vinegar with the minced shallots, lemon juice, sugar substitute and olive oil until incorporated; Season to taste with salt and pepper. 
7. Divide the lettuce between 2 plates;  Layer the lettuce leaves with the bacon pieces, chopped hazelnuts, grapes and Gorgonzola dolce. 
8. Serve passing the vinaigrette at the table.

Enjoy!

Basic Potato Salad

Basic Potato Salad

adapted from Martha Stewart.com

Sometimes the best way to cook is to just keep it simple. You can not get much more simple than this recipe.

Makes 3 servings                                                                 2 WW pts / serving

3/4 lb. yellow potatoes, scrubbed and cut into ¾-inch cubes
4 tsp, sherry or white wine vinegar
1 scallion, white part minced, green part thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup reduced fat mayonnaise

1. Set a steamer basket in a large pot with a lid and add enough water to come just below basket; Bring to a boil.
2. Place potatoes in basket, cover pot, and reduce heat to a gentle simmer. 
3. Steam the potatoes, until tender, about 15 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise vinegar, scallion whites, and salt and pepper to taste.
5. Add the potatoes to the vinegar mixture and toss gently to combine.
6. Cool to room temperature, about 1 hour or chill until ready to serve.
7. Garnish with scallion greens before serving.

Enjoy!

Shrimp, Potato, Snap Pea & Tomato Salad with Arugula Pesto

Shrimp, Potato, Snap Pea & Tomato Salad with Arugula Pesto

adapted from Food Network™

For the longest time I thought pesto was only made with basil and pine nuts. I first started just experimenting with different nuts with the basil. Now I love experimenting with the herbs, nuts and even the hard cheese that is used.

When you make the pest if it seems to thick just add a little water.

Makes 2 servings                                                     2 WW pts. / serving

1/2 lb. small red potatoes, cut into 6 pieces each
Kosher salt
6 oz. snap peas, strings removed
1/2 cup assorted cherry tomatoes, halved
2 1/2 oz. baby arugula (about 3 cups)
1 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided

1 Tbsp. water
1 Tbsp. sliced almonds
1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, chopped, divided
1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest 

Juice of 1/2 lemon, divided
Freshly ground pepper
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1/2 lb. large shrimp, peeled, deveined, cut in half and patted dry

1. Put the potatoes in a saucepan with enough cold, salted water to cover.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle boil and cook until fork-tender, about 10- 12 minutes.
3. Meanwhile prepare 2 ice baths.
4. Remove the potatoes with a slotted spoon to an ice bath, leaving the water in the pot.
5. Return the pot of water to a boil, add the snap peas and blanch until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. 
6. Drain and transfer to the ice bath.
7. When cooled, transfer the potatoes and snap peas to a kitchen towel and dry.
8. Transfer to a medium bowl and add the tomatoes.  
9. Heat 1/2 Tbsp. olive oil in a  skillet over medium-high heat; add the red pepper flakes and remaining garlic and cook 30 seconds. 
10. Add the shrimp; Saute, until just turning pink, about 2-3 minutes; Add the lemon juice and cook for an addition minute until the shrimp are cook through, about 1 more minute; Remove from the heat.
11. Combine 1 cup arugula, 1 Tbsp.olive oil, water, almonds, Parmesan, half of the garlic, half of the lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a food processor; Process until smooth.
12. Toss the vegetables with the pesto.
13. Divide the arugula among shallow bowls and top with the vegetables and shrimp.
14. Garnish with lemon zest before serving.

Enjoy!

Layered Ham Salad

Layered Ham Salad

I like to make individual servings of this salad in clear glass bowls so the lavering is apparent. If increasing amount use a large glass bowl or a trifle bowl.

Reduce the point value by substituting chicken or turkey for the ham and use reduced fat Mexican cheese blend.

Makes 2 servings                              3 WW pts / salad + 1 WW pt./Tbsp dressing

1 Tbsp. chopped jalapeno pepper
1 Tbsp. chopped bell pepper
1/4 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
1/3 cup reduced fat mayonnaise
1 tsp. sugar substitute
4 tsp. taco sauce
3 oz, torn romaine lettuce or prefered lettuce
4 slices deli ham or ham steak, chopped (about 2 ounces)
1 medium plum tomatoes, chopped
2 Tbsp. chopped onions
2 Tbsp. cucumber, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese

1. In a small saute pan coated with cooking spray, saute the jalapeno and bell peppers until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
2. Add the corn kernels; Cook until heated through, about 2-3 minutes; Set aside to cool.
3. Combine the mayonnaise, taco sauce and sugar substitute in a small bowl and whisk to combine; Set aside.
4. Divide the lettice between two bowls.
5. Divide the remaining ingredients between the 2 bowls layering in the following order: ham, tomato, onion / cucumber, corn mixture, cheese and dressing.

Enjoy!









In a small bowl, mix dressing ingredients.

Modern Waldorf Salad

Modern Waldorf Salad

adapted from Crowded Kitchen

Waldorf salad is named for the Waldorf-Astoria hotel in New York City, where it was first created for a charity ball given in honor of the St. Mary's Hospital for Children on March 13, 1896. The original recipe was just apples, celery, and mayonnaise. Over the years nuts, chicken, turkey and dried fruit have been added.1

Best apples to use are sweet and tart such as Granny Smith of Honeycrisp.

For the dressing I used a Dill Vinaigrette but you can use what ever is your favorite.

Makes 2 servings                                                                 3 WW pts / serving

1/3 large head of romaine lettuce, chopped
1/3 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1/3 cup sliced cucumber
1/3 large apple, diced
2 Tbsp. dried cranberries
Walnut pumpkin seed brittle (recipe below)

Walnut Pumpkin Seed Brittle                                                 2 WW pts / Tbsp.    1/2 cup raw, unsalted walnut pieces

1/4 cup pepitas
2 Tbsp. maple syrup
1 tsp. olive oil
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Your favorite low fat salad dressing with 1 WW pt / Tbsp.

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 275˚F.
2. Add walnuts and pumpkin seeds to a mixing bowl. 
3. In a separate bowl, stir together maple syrup, olive oil, salt and pepper. 
4. Pour the maple syrup mixture over nuts and toss well to coat. 
5. Spread out on a small parchment lined baking sheet. 
6. Bake on the lowest rack of the oven for about 35 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through baking. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. 
7. While the brittle is cooling, whisk together dressing ingredients; Set aside.
8. Divide the lettuce, grapes, cucumbers, apple and cranberries between 2 bowls.
9. Toss the salad ingredients with 1 Tbsp. salad dressing. 
10. Crumble the brittle and sprinkle 1 Tbsp. on top of the salad.

Enjoy!

Notes:

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Waldorf_salad

Kale Salad with Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Whole Lemon Vinaigrette

Kale Salad with Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Whole Lemon Vinaigrette

adapted from Food & Wine

Looking for ways to use up the rest of the Whole Lemon Vinaigrette we made yesterday. 

Make sure you massage the dressing into the kale to help tenderize it.

Makes 2 servings                                                             2 WW points / serving

1 Tbsp. Whole Lemon Vinaigrette

1 1/2 cups torn curly kale

1/3 cups thinly sliced Brussels sprouts

1 scallion, white part only, thinly sliced

1/2 Honeycrisp apple, roughly chopped

1 1/2 tsp. pecans, toasted

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1. Toss the vinaigrette with the kale and Brussels sprouts and massage the dressing into the kale.
2. Add the scallion, apple and pecans; Toss to distribute.
3. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Enjoy!

Nectarine Salad with Pepitas

Nectarine Salad with Pepitas

adapted from Rachael Ray Every Day

One of the things I love about summer is the pop up roadside produce stands. This week I picked up some nectarines.

I used romaine lettuce to make this salad because that is what I had in the house. A spring mix or any other green lettuce would work nicely.

Makes 2 servings

1 small shallot, minced
2 Tbsp. olive oil
2 tsp. honey
Zest of 1 lime
Juice of 1 lime
Kosher salt and white pepper
1 nectarine, pitted and sliced
2 cups lettuce of your choice

1. In a bowl, whick shallot, olive oil, honey, lime zest and juice.Season to taste with salt and white pepper.
2. Toss the nectarines in the dressing.
3. Divide the lettuce among 2 plates; top with nectarines; sprinkle with pepitas.
4. Drizzle a little of the dressing over each salad before serving.

Enjoy!

Grilled Peach & Bacon Salad

Grilled Peach & Bacon Salad

adapted from Foodnetwork.com

Use some of summer's bounty to make this refreshing salad. Kale could easily be substituted for the romaine.

Makes 2 servings

2 slices bacon
Cooking spray
1 firm peach, cut into 8 pieces
1/2 tsp. honey
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 Tbsp. water

Kosher salt & Freshly ground black pepper
2 cups romaine lettuce, torn
1/4 cup halved graped tomatoes
1 Tbsp. toasted pecan pieces

1. Cook the bacon to your desired level of crispness. Remove the bacon to paper towels to drain then chop.
2. Reserve 1 Tbsp. bacon fat. whisk in honey, mustard, apple cider vinegar and water to make the dressing.
3. Meanwhile heat a grill pan or grill.Coat with cooking spray.
4. Cook the peaches until the desired grill marks are achieved approximately 2-3 minutes per side.
5. Divide the lettuce, bacon, pecans and peaches between 2 dishes and drizzle with the warm dressing.

Enjoy!

Korean Cucumber Salad

Spicy Korean Cucumber Salad

adapted from Christieathome.com

This is the perfect spicy side dish for a Korean flavored meal.

Makes 2 servings

1/2 English cucumber, sliced
1 Tbsp. Kosher salt

1 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. chili oil
1/2 Tbsp. sugar substitute
1/2 tsp. sesame oil
1 tsp. sesame seeds

2 Tbsp. scallions, finely sliced

1. In a colander, toss the cucumbers with the salt and allow to drain for 5-10 minutes.
2. Make the dressing by combining the soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, chili oil, sugar substitute, sesame oil and sesame seeds. Whisk to combine.
3. Toss the drained cucumbers with the dressing.
4. Sprinkle with scallions prior to serving.

Enjoy!

Succotash Salad

Succotash Salad

adapted from Food Network

This salad is light, bright and delicious. Lima beans can easily replace fava beans in this recipe.

Makes 3 servings                                                        3 WW pp / serving

1/2 cup green beans, cut into 1 inch pieces
1/2 cup frozen fava beans, defrosted and outer shell removed
1 cups corn kernels
1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
2 Tbsp. minced red onion
1/4 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
3 fresh basil leaves, julienned
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. water
1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp. honey
Kosher salt and Freshly ground black pepper

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. 
2. Add the green beans and fava beans and cook until the green beans are bright green and the fava beans have softened slightly, 3 to 5 minutes. 
3. Transfer to an ice bath; when cooled pat dry with a kitchen towel.
4. In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, vinegar, and honey
5. In a large bowl, combine the green beans, fava beans, corn, tomatoes, onion, jalapeno and basil; toss with vinaigrette.
6. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Enjoy!!

Cabbage & Mango Slaw

Cabbage & Mango Slaw

adapted from Cooking Light Annual Recipes 2015

I made this slaw to top tacos but it is hearty enough to be it's own side dish. Serve it beside any grilled pork or chicken dish.

We prefer to our coleslaw to be a little less crunchy so I try to plan ahead and make the slaw a day before. If you like yours crunchy use it right away.

served with Smoky Fish Tacos

Makes 3 servings                                                                  1 WW pp / serving

1 1/2 cups shredded cabbage (green, Savory or Napa)

1/2 cup mango, julienned

1/4 cup sliced onion

1 Tbsp. cider vinegar

1 1/2 tsp. olive oil

1/4 jalapeno pepper or mini bell pepper, seeded and minced

Kosher salt & freshly ground black 

1. Combine cabbage, mango, onion, vinegar olive oil and pepper in a bowl; Toss to combine.
2. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Enjoy!

Pepperoni Pizza Salad

Pepperoni Pizza Salad

adapted from Taste of Home

All the things you love about a pepperoni pizza without all the calories. Toss on any vegetables that you like on your pepperoni pizza and leave off any that you do not. 

To reconstitute sun-dried tomatoes place them in a cup of boiling water and let stand for about 5 minutes.

Makes 1 serving                                                                  4 WW pp /serving

1 Tbsp. sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil), reconstituted if necessary
2 cups torn lettuce
1 Tbsp. fat free mozzarella
10 slices turkey pepperoni, quartered
1 Tbsp. chopped red onion
1 mini bell pepper sliced into rings
2 Tbsp. chopped tomato
1 Tbsp. grated parmesan cheese
2 small black olives, chopped
2 Tbsp. reduced fat Italian dressing

1. Toss all ingredients except the dressing in a bowl.
2. Serve dressing on the side for portion control.

Enjoy!

Chicken and Watercress Salad with Hoisin Vinaigrette

Chicken and Watercress Salad with Hoisin Vinaigrette

adapted from epicurious.com

The hoisin pairs nicely with the pepperiness of the watercress.

Makes 2 servings                                                                  2 WW pp / Tbsp.

1/2-inch-long piece fresh ginger, peeled, thinly sliced
2 scallions, coarsely chopped and separated
2 Tbsp. hoisin sauce
1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 Tbsp. water
1 1/2 tsp. sesame oil
1 bunches fresh watercress
2 poached chicken breasts, sliced
2 mini bell peppers, thinly sliced

1. Whisk together the ginger, scallions, hoisin sauce, vinegar, oil, water and sesame oil. Set aside.
2. Divide the watercress between 2 plates.
3. Mix chicken and 2/3 of bell pepper slices in bowl. 
4. Arrange chicken atop watercress. 
5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad. 
6. Top with remaining green onions and bell pepper slices prior to serving.

Enjoy!

Balsamic Chicken with Spinach & Tomato Salad

Balsamic Chicken with Spinach & Tomato Salad

adapted from Bon Appetit June 2007

A homemade light balsamic vinaigrette serves as a marinade for the chicken and a dressing for the salad.

Makes 2 servings                                                4 WW pp / serving

2 Tbsp. olive oil

2 Tbsp. water

2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, pressed
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

3 cups baby spinach
3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. 
2. Whisk oil, water, vinegar, and garlic in small bowl to blend.
3. Reserve 2 Tbsp. of the dressing for the salad.
4. Transfer remaining dressing to resealable bag.
5. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Marinade for at least 10 minutes. Longer if possible.
6. Place chicken, still coated with marinade, onto rimmed baking sheet. 
7. Roast until cooked through, about 20 minutes. 
8. Meanwhile, combine the spinach and tomatoes in a bowl. 
9. Mix in enough of the reserves dressing to lightly dress the salad.
10. Divide and chicken salad between 2 plates.
11. Sprinkle with salt and pepper before serving. 

Enjoy!

Tzatziki Chicken Salad

Tzatziki Chicken Salad

adapted from Weight Watchers Ultimate Chicken Cookbook

All of tastiness of a chicken gyro without the bread.

Save the leftover dressing to top a turkey burger.

Makes 2 servings                                                      0 WW Blue points / serving

5 Tbsp. plain fat-free yogurt

1 Tbsp. chopped fresh mint

1 tsp. fresh lemon zest

1 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice

1 small garlic clove, minced

1/2 tsp water

2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast

4 cups torn lettuce

1/2 tomato, chopped, seeded

1/4 cucumber, seeded, diced

1/4 julienned carrot

4 Kalamata olives, pitted, chopped

1 tsp. Eridanous Tzatziki seasoning (optional, available at Lidl)

1. Make the dressing by whisking together the yogurt, mint, zest, juice, water and tzatziki seasoning, if using; set aside.
2. Divide the lettuce, tomato, cucumber, carrot, chicken and olives between 2 bowls.
3. Toss each salad with 2 Tbsp. dressing before serving.

Enjoy!

 

Buffalo Chicken Salad

 Buffalo Chicken Salad

adapted from Rachael Ray in Season

Does anyone remember the band A Flock of Seagulls from the early 80's?

 

If you do, did you know that their second lead guitarist, Eddie Berner was a chef from the US who trained in Phili? He also provided transport and catering services from his 

Rockin Road Grill bus.

 A couple of years ago we met him at a food & wine even where he had the bus and was selling his Blackwoods Signature ™ Sauces. Unfortunately I think they have since gone out of business but I still had a bottle in the basement.

This is one of the simplest meals you can ever make. It has all the flavors of buffalo wings without being high in fat. If you are using a different wing sauce or bottled ranch dressing be sure to check the point value.

Makes 1 serving                                                                                  1 WW Blue point / serving

1 cup shredded poached chicken breast, or any leftover chicken breast

1 Tbsp. Blackwoods Signature ™ Original Sauce or your favorite wing sauce

Torn Romains lettuce

Red onions slices, quartered

Cucumbers slices, quartered

Carrot, julienned

Celery, chopped

1 tsp. Gorgonzola or Blue cheese crumbles

1 tsp. Hormel Hormel Real bacon bits

2 Tbsp. Homemade Fat Free Ranch dressing or bottled

1. Combine the chicken and wing sauce in a microwave safe bowl; Toss to combine.
2. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, depending on the wattage of your microwave.
3. Combine the lettuce, onion, cucumber, carrot, celery and any other vegetables you want in your salad bowl.
4. Top with the heated chicken, bacon bits and cheese.
5. Drizzle with dressing before serving.

Enjoy!

Grilled Lemon Thyme Chicken Salad

 Grilled Lemon Thyme Chicken Salad

adapted from Bon Appetit July 1992

The lemon thyme dressing does double duty as the marinade. It is a light crisp dish.

Makes 3 servings                                                     2 WW Blue points / serving

2 1/2 Tbsp. Extra virgin olive oil

2 1/2 Tbsp. water

3 Tbsp. Fresh lemon juice

1/2 tsp. hot sauce

1/2 tsp. dried thyme

3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

6 tsp. reduced  fat feta

Your favorite green salad ingredients; We used

    Lettuce

    Onions

    Bell peppers

    Celery

    Radish

1. Heat a grill or grill pan to very hot (about 500F).
2. Put the oil, water, lemon juice, hot sauce, and thyme in a small bowl; whisk to combine.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a zip top bag with 2 1/2 Tbsp. of the dressing; Marinate for at least 5 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
4. Grill the chicken until cooked through about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
5. Transfer the chicken to a plate, cover and let rest for about 5 minutes.
6. Toss the salad ingredients together in individual bowls.
7. Cut the chicken into strips and  place on top of the salad.
8. Serve with the dressing on the side.

Enjoy!