Serves :1

INGREDIENTS:

• 6 oz. Chicken (or turkey), skinless, boneless, grilled, or prepared in the skillet.
• Large mixed spinach and lettuce salad
• Italian Dressing
• 1/2 tsp mustard
• Yogurt Dressing (optional, for a higher calorie version)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Prepare the Chicken or Turkey:
   • Grill the chicken or turkey until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Alternatively, you can prepare it in a skillet with a little oil until it reaches a safe internal temperature.
2. Prepare the Salad:
   • Wash and dry the spinach and lettuce leaves thoroughly.
   • In a large bowl, combine the mixed spinach and lettuce.
3. Add Dressing to the Salad:
   • Pour Italian dressing over the mixed spinach and lettuce salad. You can adjust the amount of dressing to your taste preference.
   • Add the half teaspoon of mustard to the salad and toss well to evenly coat the greens.
4. Optional Yogurt Dressing (Higher Calorie Version):
   • If you prefer a higher calorie version, you can use yogurt dressing instead of Italian dressing. This will add an additional 80 calories to the total.
5. Assemble and Serve:
   • Place the grilled chicken or turkey on top of the dressed salad.
   • If you opted for the yogurt dressing, drizzle it over the salad or serve it on the side.
   • Enjoy your delicious and nutritious chicken (or turkey) salad!

ALLERGIES:

SF (Shellfish-Free)

GF (Gluten-Free)

EF (Egg-Free)

NF (Nut-Free)

VARIATIONS OF THE RECIPE:

1. Grilled Shrimp Salad: Substitute the chicken or turkey with grilled shrimp. Marinate the shrimp with your favorite spices and grill them until cooked through. Toss the grilled shrimp with the mixed spinach and lettuce salad and dress it with either Italian dressing or a light citrus vinaigrette.
2. Vegetarian Chickpea Salad: For a vegetarian option, replace the chicken with cooked chickpeas or garbanzo beans. You can roast the chickpeas with some olive oil, salt, and spices for added flavor. Combine the roasted chickpeas with the mixed greens and dress with your choice of dressing.
3. Mediterranean Salad: Create a Mediterranean-inspired salad by adding ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, red onion slices, and crumbled feta cheese to the mixed greens. Drizzle with Greek dressing and sprinkle some dried oregano for a burst of flavor.
4. Tex-Mex Salad: Turn it into a Tex-Mex salad by adding grilled or sautéed bell peppers, corn, avocado slices, black beans, and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese. Top it with a zesty lime-cilantro dressing for a fresh and tangy twist.
5. Asian-inspired Salad: Create an Asian-inspired salad by adding mandarin orange segments, sliced almonds, and crispy wonton strips to the mixed greens. Dress it with a sesame ginger dressing for a delightful combination of flavors.
6. Fruit Salad Twist: Add a touch of sweetness by incorporating fresh fruits like sliced strawberries, blueberries, or mango chunks into the mixed greens. For the dressing, use a honey-lime vinaigrette or a balsamic reduction for a balance of sweet and tangy.
7. Avocado-Lovers Salad: For avocado enthusiasts, include generous slices of ripe avocado on top of the mixed greens. Enhance the creaminess by adding a lemon-lime avocado dressing.