Avocado Caprese Chicken Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Ingredients

• 1 boneless skinless chicken breast
• salt & pepper to season chicken
• 1/2 cup of halved fresh mozzarella balls
• 1 avocado, diced
• 6 oz. of fresh spring mix salad (about 3-4 cups)
• 1/2 cup of halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup of fresh diced basil

Balsamic Vinaigrette:

• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon of dry basil
• 1 tablespoon of dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 1/4 cup of balsamic vinegar
• 1/3 cup of olive oil
• salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix garlic, dry basil, dijon mustard, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Slowly add in olive oil, whisking the entire time until there is no more oil & vinegar separation. Set aside.
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MAYO-FREE AVOCADO EGG SALAD

Ingredients

• 1 large, ripe California Avocado
• 4 hard boiled eggs, peeled and diced
• 2 green onions, diced small
• 1½ Tbsp. fat-free Greek yogurt
• ½ tsp. fresh lime juice
• ⅛ tsp. garlic salt, or more to taste
• ⅛ tsp. kosher salt, or more to taste
• fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Cut avocado into small chunks and place in a bowl.
2.  Using a fork, mash avocado. 
3. Add lime juice, green onion, garlic salt, kosher salt and pepper and mix.
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CREAMY AVOCADO GREEK YOGURT CHICKEN SALAD

Ingredients

• 3 cups shredded chicken
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 2-3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 tablespoon finely diced red onion
• 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. Stir together shredded chicken, mashed avocado, plain Greek yogurt, and lime juice. If mixture seems dry, add another spoonful of Greek yogurt.
2. Add diced red onion, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cilantro, and stir to combine. 
3. Taste to adjust spices to your preference.
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Avocado Egg Salad Roll Ups

HEALTHY Avocado Egg Salad Roll Ups is simple recipe with only a few ingredients. This is perfect crowd pleaser appetizers for summer picnics and parties.

Ingredients

• 1 avocado-mashed
• 4-5 hard-boiled eggs chopped in small pieces
• 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2-4 Tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (start with 2 and add more if the salad seems to dry)
• 1 green onion-thinly sliced
• 1 Tablespoon red onion-diced (or more to taste)
• 2 Tablespoons fresh parsley-chopped
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
• 3-4 whole wheat flour tortillas (8 or 10 inch diameter)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl combine all ingredients (except tortillas) and stir with a wooden spoon until evenly blended.
2. Spread the mixture over tortilla and roll up tightly. 
3. Repeat with remaining salad. I had enough filling for 3 10 inch diameter tortillas.
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Chicken, Cranberry, Pecan Salad Wraps Recipe

Chicken, Cranberry, Pecan Salad Wraps - a super lunch or wonderful addition! This salad is perfect for any occasion and very easy to make. Chicken, Cranberry, Pecan Salad Wraps - delicious and satisfying!

INGREDIENTS

• 3 cup cooked, shredded chicken
• ½ cup dried, sweetened cranberries
• ½ cup chopped pecans
• ¾ cup chopped celery
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• Salt, optional
• White pepper, optional
• 1 teaspoon Parsley, fresh
• 4 large tortillas or wraps

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large bowl combine chicken, cranberries, pecans and celery
2. Stir to combine
3. Add mayonnaise, salt, white pepper and mix well
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salad in a jar

Ingredients

• 4 slices reduced-fat bacon
• 14 grams fat-free croutons (approx. 14 croutons)
• 2 medium fresh tomatoes
• 2 cups romaine lettuce
• 2 cups iceberg lettuce
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
• 2 TBS 2% milk
• 2 TBS low-fat sour cream
• 1/8 tsp salt

Directions

1. Crisp bacon and crumble.  For the dressing, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, chopped scallions, and salt. 
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20-Minute BLT Easy Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 1 pound bow tie pasta
• 1 cup zesty Italian salad dressing
• 1/2 cup creamy Ranch salad dressing
• 1 pound thick cut bacon, fried until crispy then cut into strips or crumbled (I think strips looks prettier, but it's a little more work)
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, diced (heirlooms work great here if you can get your hands on them)
• 10 leaves of crispy romaine lettuce, washed, dried, and chopped into bite sized pieces
• 1/3 cup red onion, diced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
2. Drain pasta and rinse under cold water until cool.
3. While the water is coming to a boil, heat a skillet over medium heat; add bacon strips, and cook until crispy, about 4 minutes on each side. Transfer bacon to a paper towel lined plate.
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AMBROSIA SALAD

Ambrosia Salad! So easy to make and always a big hit with kids and adults alike, make sure to put this salad recipe on the menu for your next party!

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cool Whip , lite is fine
• 1/2 cup sour cream , light is fine
• 11 oz mandarin oranges drained
• 20 oz crushed pineapple drained
• 10 oz maraschino cherries drained, halved, and patted dry
• 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
• 2 cups miniature marshmallows
• 3/4 cup chopped nuts pecans, walnuts, cashews optional

Instructions

1. Fold sour cream into Cool Whip in a large serving bowl.
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blt balsamic chicken avocado & feta salad

BLT Balsamic Chicken Avocado Feta Salad is a delicious twist to a BLT in a bowl! With a balsamic dressing that doubles as a marinade you won't even miss the bread in this mega loaded salad.

Ingredients
Balsamic Dressing / Marinade:

• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons water (or more oil if you wish)
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to your tastes)
• 4 skinless and boneless chicken thigh fillets (or breast fillets)

Salad:

• 5 ounces |150g bacon , diced and trimmed of all fat
• 8 cups mixed salad lettuce leaves (or Romaine | Cos lettuce leaves)
• 2 tomatoes , chopped
• 1 red onion , thinly sliced
• 1 avocado , sliced
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• extra Italian seasoning
• salt and pepper , to taste

Directions:

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TUSCAN PASTA SALAD

INGREDIENTS

• 16 ounce bowtie pasta, cooked and drained in cold water
• 1 7 ounce jar sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 6.5 ounce can sliced olives,
• 1 cup spinach
• ¼ cup basil, chopped
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• Dressing:
• ¾ cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon dry oregano
• 1 teaspoon dry basil
• 1 clove garlic
• black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large bowl combine pasta, sundried tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, spinach, basil, and parmesan cheese. Toss until combined
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Caprese Pasta Salad

Ingredients

• 16 ounce box of pasta (I like to use bowties)
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes (cut into 1/4 inch slices)
• 8 ounce mozzarella cheese ball (not shredded) (sliced into 1/2 inch pieces)
• 1/4 cup store-bought pesto
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt (plus more for salting the pasta water)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh chopped basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Fill a large pot with water and 1 tbsp of salt and boil your pasta according to the package directions. 
2. While the pasta is cooking, slice your tomatoes into 1/4 inch slices and cut your mozzarella into 1/2 inch cubes. These sizes are just my preference so if you like them smaller or bigger, go for it! 
3. Once your pasta is done, drain it and rinse it with cold water. You do NOT want your mozzarella to get melty. 
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COWBOY PASTA SALAD

Ingredients

• 1 pound dried mini pasta shells
• 1 pound Signature Farms® Hickory Smoked Bacon , diced
• 3/4 pound lean ground beef
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• pinch red pepper flakes
• salt and pepper
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Signature Kitchens® Original Barbecue Sauce
• 2 tablespoons Signature Kitchens Spicy Brown Mustard
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 1/2 teaspoons hot chili sauce
• 1 can (15 ounce) Signature Kitchens Whole Kernel Golden Sweet Corn, drained
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 5 scallions, diced

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil; cook pasta until al dente according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Drizzle with a little olive oil to prevent sticking.
2. In the meantime, saute bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer to a paper towel lined plate to drain off grease. Wipe out skillet, leaving a little of the bacon grease.
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QUINOA SPINACH POWER SALAD WITH LEMON VINAIGRETTE

Quinoa Spinach Power Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette: Take a bite into this refreshing, gluten-free quinoa and spinach salad bursting with colourful tomatoes, cucumbers and raisins.

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
• 2 cups spinach, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, diced
• 1/2 cup diced cucumbers
• 1/4 cup raisins
• 1 and 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 and 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, rinse the quinoa a few times.
2. In a medium saucepan, boil 2 cups of salted water. 
3. Add the quinoa and continue to boil for about 10 minutes until the quinoa is tender.
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