Tuscan Chicken Salad Recipe
mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, sweet roasted garlic, warm polenta croutons, mozzarella, balsamic vinaigrette
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Roast the Garlic
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the garlic cloves in aluminum foil with a drizzle of olive oil and roast for about 30 minutes until soft and fragrant. Allow to cool, then squeeze the garlic from the skins.
- 2
Prepare the Polenta Croutons
Cook polenta according to package instructions. Once cooked, pour into a greased baking dish and let it cool. Once set, cut into cubes and bake in the oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 20 minutes until crispy.
- 3
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced kalamata olives, and roasted garlic. Add the crispy polenta croutons and diced mozzarella cheese.
- 4
Dress the Salad
Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning as needed.
