Smoked Salmon Salad

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It's simple, quick and makes the perfect lunch-to-go. Salmon in packed with protein and those omega-3 fatty acids that your body needs. Notice that this recipe doesn't call for a creamy dressing, but rather a sprinkle of balsamic vinegar. Try this on all your salads and save yourself from tons of extra calories and fat.

Yield: 1 serving

Here's what you need...

* 1 1/2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
* 1/2 cup smoked salmon
* 1/2 of a hard boiled egg
* 3 cherry tomatoes
* 1 tablespoon green onion, chopped
* 1 kalamata olive, chopped
* 1 teaspoon dried parsley
* Sprinkle of balsamic vinegar

1. Arrange the lettuce, salmon, egg, tomatoes, onion, and olive on a plate.
2. Sprinkle with parsley and balsamic vinegar.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving equals: 170 calories, 6g fat, 5g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, and 18g protein.

Kristy Lee Wilson
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Raspberry Chicken Salad

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This chicken salad really packs a punch. The dressing is a bit tangy, and the tender chicken slices have a fruity flavor. All in all this meal is a winner for lunch or dinner. Best of all it is ready in a snap.

Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients:
* 1 cup 100%raspberry spreadable fruit
* 1/3 cup raspberry vinegar
* 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (4 ounces each)
* 8 cups torn mixed salad greens
* 1 small red onion thinly sliced
* 24 fresh raspberries

Instructions:
* In a small bowl, combine spreadable fruit and vinegar; set aside 3/4 cup for dressing.
* Broil chicken 4 in. from heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear, basting occasionally with remaining raspberry mixture. Cool for 10 minutes.
* Meanwhile, arrange greens and onion on salad plates. Slice chicken; place over greens. Drizzle with reserve dressing. Garnish with raspberries.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving (2 cups greens with 1 chicken breast half and 3 tablespoons dressing) equals 320 calories, 3g fat, 48g carbohydrate, and 25g protein.
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