Chicken Greek Salad with Dijon-Oregano Vinaigrette
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Four quart-size jars of rotisserie chicken, crisp vegetables, olives and feta over a Dijon-oregano vinaigrette. A simple way to prep lunches for several days.
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 minced garlic clove
- Salt to taste
Salad
- 2 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken
- 2 cups diced cucumber
- 1 1/3 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup diced yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives
- 6 cups chopped romaine
- 4 tbsp feta
Equipment
- quart-size mason jars
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- cutting board
Directions
- Prepare: In a bowl, whisk the minced garlic, oregano, basil, mustard, red wine vinegar, and salt, then slowly whisk in the oil until blended. Use fully cooked rotisserie chicken, washed and dried vegetables, and washed romaine.
- Assemble: Put 3 tbsp vinaigrette in each jar, then add to each: 1/2 cup cucumber, 1/3 cup tomatoes, 1/4 cup pepper, 2 tbsp onion, 2 tbsp olives, 1/2 cup chicken, 1 1/2 cups romaine, and 1 tbsp feta. Seal and refrigerate, then empty into bowls to eat.
- Store: Refrigerate right away; for meal prep, eat within 3 days.
- Serve: Hold the jar upright until you are ready to eat. Empty it into a bowl, toss with the dressing, and serve cold.
Notes
Keep refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or below.
Nutrition
Serving: 377g | Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 4.9g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 338mg | Potassium: 701mg | Fiber: 3.7g | Sugar: 4.1g | Vitamin A: 6815IU | Vitamin C: 82mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 3.6mg
Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 4 servings; Dijon mustard counted as prepared mustard, oregano counted as dried oregano, cooked shredded rotisserie chicken counted as roasted chicken breast, sliced Kalamata olives counted as ripe olives (one 4-oz can 113 g). Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.