Classic California Salad Recipe
Fresh leaf lettuce, fresh avocados, grilled chicken, kalamata olives, feta cheese, bell peppers, and mandarin oranges accompanied by a sweet honey vinaigrette dressing
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash and dry the fresh leaf lettuce thoroughly. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Slice the Avocados
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Slice the avocado into thin wedges and set aside.
- 3
Prepare the Chicken
If not already grilled, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and grill them over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until fully cooked. Allow to cool slightly, then cut into strips or cubes.
- 4
Chop the Bell Pepper
Remove the seeds and stem from the bell pepper. Dice it into small pieces and add to the salad bowl.
- 5
Add Kalamata Olives and Feta Cheese
Add the kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese to the salad bowl.
- 6
Add Mandarin Oranges
If using canned mandarin oranges, drain them well. Add the mandarin oranges to the bowl.
- 7
Prepare the Honey Vinaigrette Dressing
In a small mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of honey, and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until well combined.
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Serve
Serve immediately in individual bowls or plates, garnished with extra feta and olives if desired.
