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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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As for myself, I can't get enough salads, especially those that are a meal in itself, like this one. And, it's the only way I can get every member of my family to eat one without complaints. Ingredients:
2 cups plain yogurt, divided |
4 large basil leaves |
1/4 cup parsley, stems removed |
2 tablespoons chopped chives |
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice |
1 teaspoon honey |
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper |
2 tablespoons mayonnaise |
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional) |
1/4 teaspoon additional pepper (optional) |
8 cups chopped romaine lettuce (1 small head) |
1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes or 1/2 cup grape tomatoes |
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion |
1 cup diced cucumber |
4 grilled chicken breasts, cut into strips |
2 tablespoons bacon bits |
1 egg, hard boiled and chopped |
1 1/2 cups shredded colby or 1 1/2 cups colby-monterey jack cheese |
Directions:
1. For the Dressing: Place 1 cup of yogurt, basil, parsley, chives, lemon juice, honey and pepper in a blender or food processor. Cover and pulse until smooth (dressing will be green in color). Pour yogurt mixture into a medium bowl; stir in remaining yogurt and mayonnaise until just blended; refrigerate until ready to serve.
2. For the Salad: Place lettuce at the bottom of a bowl and sprinkle the tomatoes, onion, cucumber, chicken strips, bacon bits, egg and Colby cheese on top. Just before serving, pour dressing over salad and toss lightly.
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