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Green Monster Salad

Ingredients

6 Servings12 Servings24 Servings
Chicken breast, boneless, skinless14 oz28 oz56 oz
Spinach0.75 cup1.5 cup3 cup
Romaine lettuce0.25 cup0.5 cup1 cup
Red leaf lettuce0.5 cup1 cup2 cup
Carrots, chopped0.5 cup1 cup2 cup
Tomatoes, cherry0.5 cup1 cup2 cup
Parsley0.5 Tbsp1 Tbsp2 Tbsp
Basil0.5 Tbsp1 Tbsp2 Tbsp
Olive oil0.5 Tbsp1 Tbsp2 Tbsp
2 Tbsp- - -

Directions

  1. 1. Drizzle chicken with olive oil, sprinkle on basil and parsley and bake in 350° F oven until no longer pink on inside.
  2. 2. In large bowl, combine spinach, romaine, red leaf lettuce, carrots, and tomatoes.
  3. 3. Scoop 1/2 cup servings onto plates.
  4. 4. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. Top each salad with 2 Tbsp chicken.
  5. 5. Pour dressing over mixture. Toss to coat (if more dressing is needed, mix Italian dressing with olive oil).
Nutrition Facts
Serving size 1/2 cup (106g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 132 From Fat 35
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g 6%
Sat. Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 56mg 19%
Sodium 294mg 12%
Total Carb 3g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 1g
Protein 21g
Vitamin A % Vitamin C %
Calcium % Iron 0%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food For Thought

This salad is an easy way to use leftover chicken and vegetables. It can be made using turkey breast or beans.

CACFP Crediting

For 3-5 year olds; Lunch/Supper. Must serve all of the following:

  • Fruit/Vegetable
  • Milk