Celebrate Summer Salad

    Celebrate Summer Salads

    By: Jacqueline Gomes, RDN, MBA  

    Summer is a great time to enjoy the bounty of produce it brings. Fresh fruits and vegetables provide a nutritious and sweet boost of satisfying energy. Turn your summer salad into a hearty meal with these tips:

    • Start with Green Way Organic Salads as your base and add in sweetness such as grilled peaches, cut up watermelon or berries.
    • Add satisfying crunch with cauliflower, snap peas, and crackers like Back To Nature.
    • Don’t forget the protein! Green Way Grilled chicken, beans or eggs are lean sources of protein that will keep you energized.
    • Summer fruits include peaches, watermelon, berries, cantaloupe and so much more!
    • Peaches can be grilled, sautéed, baked or enjoyed fresh.

    Peaches are high in fiber and contain beneficial antioxidants, which can help protect your body from aging and disease.

    Summer Peach and Chicken Salad

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    Prep: 20 minutes

    Makes: 4 Servings

    Ingredients:

    • Green Way Organic Salads
    • 1-pound Green Way Chicken Breast
    • Salt & pepper
    • Cooking spray
    • 2 peaches, halved, pit removed
    • 1 Seedless cucumber, chopped
    • 1 Red bell pepper, chopped
    • ¼ red onin, finely chopped
    • 1 cup blueberries
    • Store prepared dressing such as balsamic vinaigrette

    Directions:

    1. Season both sides chicken breast with salt and pepper.
    2. Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Spray with cooing spray, cook about 5 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Set aside.
    3. Meanwhile, spray peaches with cooking spray and grill in high heat until slightly charred. Once done, slice peaches and set aside
    4. Assemble salad: In a large bowl combine Green way salad, cucumber, red bell pepper, blueberries, peaches and top with sliced chicken breast. Toss with desired dressing and enjoy!

    Recipe: Jacqueline Gomes, RDN, MBA