Who says a brown bag lunch has to be –boring?
This organic, balsamic-drizzled Arugula Chicken Salad will perk up your midday and provide you with satiating nutrients that will keep you feeling full until dinner. And because arugula is a member of the cruciferous family of veggies (which also includes broccoli, cauliflower and kale), it also provides powerful cancer-fighting nutrients.
Arugula Chicken Salad – A Superfast Superfood Salad
But this isn’t the only superfood salad you can make…
By keeping a few simple ingredients on hand (like organic greens, pre-cooked organic pastured chicken and grass-fed beef, hard-boiled pastured eggs) and doing a little prep work at the beginning of the week – you can enjoy restaurant-quality salads every day. Not only will you save money, but you’ll enjoy healthier meals to boot.
Arugula Chicken Salad with Olives & Pecans
Ingredients
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- 2 Tbsp organic extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp organic balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 tsp Celtic Sea Salt®
- 1 -8oz. breast pastured chicken
- 8 small organic Kalamata olives, halved
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cups organic arugula
- 1/2 ounce pecans, chopped
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1/2 cup shredded organic carrots
Instructions
- Preheat a cast-iron grill pan to medium high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place seasoned chicken on the grill pan and cook 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook until the juices run clear.
- Set aside to cool slightly, then slice the chicken into 1/4 inch thick strips.
- Prepare the salad and salad dressing. In a small bowl, whisk the balsamic vinegar with the oil (reserving 1 tsp. for later) and mustard to emulsify. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place the arugula in a medium bowl and drizzle with 1 tsp. oil. Gently massage to coat the leaves, then sprinkle with a small amount of sea salt. Toss in the shredded carrots and olives. Top with chicken and drizzle with dressing and chopped pecans.
Why You Should Quit Bread — Even the "Healthy" Kind
Did you know that traditional grain-based breads & desserts contain a compound that is the #1 greatest danger in your diet?
Studies show that this compound (and I am not talking about "gluten") is toxic to your heart and blood vessels, weakens your immune defenses, and disrupts your nerves and brain function.
And if that's not enough… this hidden compound also makes it nearly IMPOSSIBLE to burn fat and lose weight!
The great news is that you can still have your breads and desserts… AND be well too!
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About the author
Kelley Herring
Kelley Herring, founder of Healing Gourmet, is a natural nutrition enthusiast with a background in biochemistry. Her passion is educating on how foods promote health and protect against disease and creating simple and delicious recipes for vibrant health and enjoyment.
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