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Mixed green salad with avocado, grilled chicken, and an olive oil-lemon dressing

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Looking for a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make salad recipe? This mixed green salad with avocado, grilled chicken, and an olive oil-lemon dressing is the perfect combination of flavors and textures. It's low in carbs, high in protein, and suitable for diabetics and those following the SOZA weightloss program. Plus, it's a great way to enjoy a nutritious and satisfying meal!

For a heartier meal, you can add some quinoa or brown rice to the salad. You can also experiment with different types of greens and veggies to make it your own. Serve it as a side dish or as a main course, and enjoy it fresh for the best taste and texture.

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nutritious clean-eating Main meal Energizing Meals Diabetic-Friendly Meals Heart-healthy Mediterranean-Diet low-carb salad low-carb lunch Mediterranean-diet egg-free Nutrient-Rich Meals high-protein Easy Dinners paleo-friendly Quick-and-Easy low-carb lunch option

Ingredients

For the Salad:

2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and/or kale)
1 avocado, sliced
1 small grilled chicken breast, sliced
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tbsp sliced almonds

For the Dressing:

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

Start by grilling the chicken breast until fully cooked. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into thin pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, add the mixed greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, sliced almonds, and sliced chicken.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious, healthy, and satisfying meal!