Description
Experience a burst of flavor with the Low Carb Italian Grinder Salad, a refreshing medley of crisp vegetables, savory grilled chicken, and a tangy Italian dressing. Perfect for any gathering or as a quick lunch, this salad is both satisfying and easy to prepare while keeping your carb count low. Enjoy a colorful dish that will tantalize your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1/2 cup olives (green or black), pitted and sliced
- 1 cup grilled chicken breast, diced
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing (low-carb)
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables: romaine into bite-size pieces, cherry tomatoes in half, cucumber diced, red onion finely sliced, and bell peppers into strips.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped vegetables and add olives for extra flavor.
- If using raw chicken, season it and grill until cooked through; allow to cool before dicing.
- Mix all ingredients in the bowl with grilled chicken and drizzle with Italian dressing; toss gently until well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasonings; serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 2 cups (300g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg